Tax Objections & Appeals
Representation before the ATO, Administrative Appeals Tribunal and the Federal Court of Australia.
Disputing ATO decisions since the 1990s
Our principal Richard Wytkin B.Bus, CPA, FTIA is one of Western Australia's most experienced tax appeals practitioners.
If you have received an ATO assessment or penalty you disagree with, time limits are strict and you must act promptly. We provide end-to-end representation from the initial objection through to Federal Court if required.
When You Can Object
- An income tax or GST assessment or amended assessment
- A penalty or interest charge
- A private ruling or superannuation determination
Where Appeals Are Heard
- Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) — informal, accessible, no court fees
- Small Taxation Claims Tribunal — for amounts under $5,000
- Federal Court of Australia — complex matters and points of law
How We Represent You
- Reviewing the ATO position and identifying grounds for objection
- Preparing and lodging your formal objection
- Negotiating directly with the ATO
- Representing you at the AAT, STCT or Federal Court
Key Deadlines
Income Tax
Lodge an objection within 2 years of the notice of assessment.
GST, FBT & PAYG
Generally 4 years to object from the date of assessment.
AAT Appeal
28 days after objection decision to appeal to the AAT or Federal Court.
Act Now
Delays can permanently extinguish your right to challenge an ATO decision. Contact us as soon as you receive any notice you wish to dispute.
Disputes we regularly handle
From straightforward penalty remissions to complex Federal Court litigation.
Income Tax Assessments
Disputes over taxable income, disallowed deductions, capital gains assessments and amended returns.
GST Disputes
Objections to GST assessments, input tax credit denials, ABN cancellations and BAS amendments.
Superannuation
Excess contributions tax, SMSF compliance notices, non-arm's length income assessments.
Penalty Remission
Applications to reduce or waive ATO penalties and general interest charge where reasonable grounds exist.
ATO Audit Defence
Representation during ATO reviews and audits, responding to position papers and final audit reports.
Settlement Negotiations
We negotiate directly with the ATO on your behalf to reach a commercial resolution where possible.
Received an ATO assessment you disagree with?
Time limits are strict. Contact us today for a confidential discussion.
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