Patrick Cannon is a leading direct access tax barrister based in London, specializing in complex taxation matters and providing expert representation in disputes with HMRC. With a dual qualification as both a solicitor and barrister, he offers a comprehensive legal service directly to clients without the need for intermediary solicitors, distinguishing his practice through depth of expertise and accessibility.
With over 20 years of experience as a barrister and prior practice as a solicitor since 1984, Patrick brings a unique, end-to-end approach to tax litigation and advisory services. He is the author of authoritative tax publications including Tolley’s Stamp Taxes and Tolley’s Disclosure of Tax and VAT Avoidance Schemes. His practice is well-suited for private clients, businesses, charities, and individuals facing HMRC investigations or requiring strategic tax planning.
Services Offered
- Inheritance Tax Advice
- Tax Tribunal Representation
- Business and Corporation Tax
- VAT Fraud
- Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) Advice
- SDLT Avoidance Schemes
- SDLT Planning
- Stamp Duty Refund
- Multiple Dwellings Relief
- Section 75A: SDLT Anti-avoidance
- SDLT Penalties and Appeals
- Stamp Duty on Commercial Properties
- SDLT on Divorce and Separation
- Stamp Duty for Non-UK Residents
- SDLT on Second Homes
- Mixed Use Claims in SDLT
- Stamp Duty Refund Claim Process
- Tax Avoidance Schemes
- Disguised Remuneration Loan Schemes
- Failed Tax Avoidance Schemes
- Mis-Sold Tax Avoidance Schemes
- Settlement of Tax Avoidance Schemes
- Unexplained Wealth Orders
- GAAR & Enabler Penalties
- GAAR Guidance
- Enabler Penalties
- GAAR Penalties
- GAAR Tax Arrangements
- Financial Crime
- Money Laundering
- Income Tax Fraud
- Code of Practice 9
- Furlough Fraud
- Payroll Fraud
- Proceeds of Crime Act
- Cryptocurrency Tax Investigations
- Bribery and Corruption Investigations
- Civil & Criminal Tax Investigations
- Personal Tax Investigations
- Tax Investigation Procedure
- Tax Related Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Criminal Tax Offences
- Cheating the Public Revenue
- VAT Investigation Specialists
- Appeal a Tax Penalty
- Offshore Disclosure Facility / Voluntary Disclosures
- Mediation
- Direct Access Barrister Services
Patrick Cannon operates primarily in London and serves clients across the UK, with particular focus on those requiring sophisticated tax dispute resolution, compliance advice, and representation in both civil and criminal matters. His practice is reinforced by his academic background from the London School of Economics and the University of Oxford.
