Setu Kamal is a highly experienced tax barrister with over 20 years of practice, specializing in complex UK and international tax law. He stands out for his direct access authorization, allowing clients to instruct him without a solicitor, and his authorization to conduct litigation, providing a comprehensive legal service from advice to tribunal representation.
With a background as a former practising solicitor and deep expertise in the intersection of UK domestic law, EU law, and human rights conventions, Setu offers strategic, clear, and practical advice tailored to individual and business needs. He is particularly focused on challenging HMRC actions, tax mitigation, and planning, and is known for his innovative, resilient approach to litigation and client communication.
Services Offered
- Tax law advice and representation
- Direct access barrister services
- Litigation conduct and tribunal representation
- Strategic tax planning
- Challenges to HMRC actions (e.g., APNs, Follower Notices)
- UK and EU tax law interface advice
- International tax law including EU and ECHR compliance
- Trust popularization and taxation
- Contractor and employee taxation
- Corporation tax deductions
- Employee and remuneration trusts
- Capital gains tax (CGT) mitigation
- Inheritance tax planning (including deathbed planning)
- Residence and domicile advice
- Stamp duty land tax (SDLT) mitigation (leases, sub-sales, partnerships, high rate threshold, multiple dwelling relief, incorporation, group relief, section 75A)
- High value residential property taxation
- General anti-abuse rule (GAAR) advice
- Disclosure of tax avoidance schemes (DOTAS)
- Judicial review applications
- Group action representation
- Loan charge defence and litigation
Setu Kamal serves clients across the UK, with particular focus on individuals and businesses facing HMRC disputes, participants in group actions, and those requiring sophisticated tax planning strategies. His practice is supported by extensive experience and a commitment to accessibility, responsiveness, and client reassurance in complex legal matters.
