Commissioner’s Powers to Obtain Information Under s 353-10

RSVP ESSENTIAL:  Please email rsvp@vicbar.com.au. There is no cost to attend.

The Commissioner has broad powers to compulsorily obtain information under s 353-10 of Sch 1 to the Taxation Administration Act 1953. In this practical session, a panel of experts will discuss issues including:

• areas of focus for the ATO and tips for advisers/taxpayers
• what is a reasonable search effort in a digital environment, including where documents might be located offshore
• claims for legal professional privilege
• challenges to the form of s 353-10 notices
• consequences for failure to comply.

Drinks will be served following the seminar.