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I specialize in the administration of the Income Tax Act.
Any time you disagree with the amount the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) claim you owe, you need professional legal help to fight against this.
Most people think an accountant can do everything for them when it comes to their tax returns. I agree that an accountant is essential in preparing your tax returns but I think that for many accountants, that’s where their expertise ends. If you have been unfairly treated or been assessed unjust penalties, you need someone who knows the law and can help you fight against this.
I have spent years studying tax law and I know what the Courts have said the CRA can and cannot do. This knowledge is essential if you want to make sure that you only pay the taxes as required by the law.
Many taxpayers do not know that when you receive a Notice of Assessment, there is a presumption that the CRA are correct and if you disagree, the onus is on you to prove that they are wrong. There is no innocent until proven guilty in tax law unless you are criminally charged. If you fail to prove the assessment is wrong, you have to pay the taxes owing. That is why it is essential to have an expert on your side from the beginning to present the best possible case.
Taxpayers have to remember that the Canada Revenue Agency is an extremely powerful government body with the authority to unilaterally assess you for taxes and then seize your property to pay your tax debt. Their audit powers are overwhelming and include requesting confidential information from your accountant, employer and family members. I can give you the legal privilege and protection your accountant cannot. If you were charged with a crime you wouldn't hesitate to call a lawyer and it should be no different when you have a problem with your taxes.