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Evidence places a crucial role in the resolution of tax disputes. There have been so many reported decisions from the Tax Appeals Commission confirming tax assessments due to the failure of taxpayers to provide evidence.

Conor Kennedy

Head of Tax Strategy & Disputes, EY Law Ireland

Conor is a keen but not very good cyclist and can be regularly seen struggling up the Dublin and Wicklow mountains.

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Office Dublin, Ireland

Prior to joining EY Law, Conor was a Tax Appeals Commissioner having resolved €2.6 billion in tax disputes. He is a barrister with many years of experience representing clients in tribunals and the courts and was the lead international tax advisor to Riverdance, The Show for many years. He holds a Masters degree and is a Chartered Tax Advisor.

How Conor is building a better working world

Legal costs can be substantial and an impediment in seeking justice. Where circumstances permit, Conor provides pro bono legal assistance.

Testimonials

“We engaged Conor for a Counsel’s Opinion on a VAT matter that required careful analysis of the applicable rules. He delivered a well-reasoned interpretation of the law that gave us the clarity and confidence we needed.”

Brian Cleary, Nordan Vindeur Limited

"As executors, we relied on Conor to provide advices and resolve a complex tax issue on behalf of the estate. His diligence and clear communication throughout a complicated process brought the matter to a successful and timely resolution."

Richard McDonagh on behalf of the Executors of the Estate of Pat McDonagh

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