Prepare a summary of the facts and the questions to be considered, with the relevant supporting documentation. Advice may be given by written opinion, in conference or over the telephone; advice given orally will be confirmed by an opinion or settled note of conference.
Instructions can be given by Solicitors, Accountants, members of the Chartered Institute of Taxation, and any other UK and overseas professionals.
I can also take instructions directly from the public where appropriate. However it is often more sensible for a layman to involve his advisers at this stage, since if my advice involves taking any particular steps, it will be the accountant or solicitor who puts them into action, and who in due course completes tax returns, etc. For this purpose I will give recommendations if desired.
Instructing a QC is not particularly cheap, but I think it is extremely good value. If a matter is not suitable, for reasons of cost or any other reasons, I will give recommendations.
To discuss availability or obtain a fee quote, contact James Kessler's clerk or if appropriate James Kessler QC directly.