Tax disputes resolution consulting service

Resolving tax disputes involves settling administrative disputes between the taxpayer and the tax authorities. For businesses, choosing an appropriate dispute resolution method is crucial as it directly impacts the interests of the enterprise. Therefore, to help businesses gain a better understanding of the tax dispute resolution advisory services at Long Phan, please follow the article below.

Resolving tax disputes

Common types of tax disputes

Tax disputes refer to conflicts of interest between the entities involved in legal relationships regarding taxes. This is a specific legal situation in the relationship between taxpayers, individuals or organizations obligated to pay taxes, and the tax authorities, which are state tax management agencies. The subject of tax disputes involves the rights and legitimate interests of the taxpayer related to the amount of tax, penalty amounts for tax violations.

Currently, the occurrence of tax disputes is becoming increasingly prevalent, and the variety of relationships in tax disputes is expanding. Based on the tax collection and payment processes of the entities obligated to pay taxes and the dispute subjects, we can identify common types of tax disputes, such as:

Firstly, procedural disputes:

• Disputes related to tax registration procedures.
• Disputes related to the issuance of tax identification numbers.
• Disputes related to the procedures for purchasing, printing invoices, and documents.
• Disputes related to tax settlement procedures.
• Disputes related to tax exemption and reduction procedures.
• Disputes related to tax refund procedures.

Secondly, disputes regarding the tax amount:

• Disputes regarding the determination of the tax amount.
• Disputes regarding tax assessment.
• Disputes regarding the determination of tax exemptions or reductions.
• Disputes regarding the amount of tax refunds.

Why businesses need tax dispute resolution consulting

Tax disputes within a business involve specific conflicts between non-state empowered entities, such as businesses, and state-empowered entities, which are tax authorities. In this context, businesses, as non-state empowered entities, have their rights infringed upon by the actions and decisions of tax authorities. Therefore, to protect the legitimate rights and interests of businesses from infringement, providing consulting services for a prompt, accurate, and effective dispute resolution is crucial.

Tax dispute resolution consulting services are an effective form of assistance that helps businesses determine the most efficient resolution directions and brings certain benefits to the business:

• Assists businesses in saving time and costs during dispute resolution.
• Helps businesses identify the type of tax dispute to determine the regulations applicable during the resolution process.
• Provides businesses with an understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of various methods for tax dispute resolution.
• Assists businesses in determining and proposing the most effective and optimal resolution for the business.
• Helps businesses assess potential risks during the dispute resolution process.

Tax dispute resolution consulting experts, with their in-depth knowledge and experience in tax matters and the legal nature of tax disputes, can provide maximum support to help businesses escape from dispute situations and ensure the interests of the business.

Tax dispute consulting and resolution support services

Evaluate and analyze disputes

Upon receiving a tax dispute case, Long Phan will conduct an assessment of the legal nature and analyze the relationships involved in the dispute. Evaluating the legal nature of tax disputes within a business involves determining the subjects, objects, and types of disputes to identify the rights and obligations of the parties in this relationship. Furthermore, evaluating the nature of the dispute is a crucial step in determining the applicable laws when resolving the dispute.

• Evaluate the causes, characteristics, and extent of the tax dispute.
• Analyze the violations and the degree of legal violations related to tax laws leading to the dispute to propose effective resolution methods.
• Analyze and determine the quantity and types of disputes to prioritize resolution.
• Examine the misconduct in the actions and decisions of the tax authorities regarding the business.
• Objectively and comprehensively analyze the violations of the parties involved in the dispute.
• Determine the extent of damage to the business arising from the dispute.

Analysis of tax disputes

Risk advisory, client rights

When resolving disputes in general, especially tax disputes, the issue of risks in dispute resolution is unavoidable. Recognizing this issue, Long Phan aims to identify risks before, during, and after resolving tax disputes. Alongside identifying risks, the core focus is to ensure the protection of the business’s rights. Depending on the type of tax dispute and the parties involved, certain risks may arise in each specific dispute case.

• Conduct a comprehensive and detailed assessment of the risks the business may face during the resolution of disputes under specific circumstances.
• Advise on strategies to mitigate risks during the dispute resolution process.
• Provide guidance on potential consequences during dispute resolution and suggest ways to minimize risks.
• Evaluate the overall rights of the business concerning the resolution of disputes, both during and after the resolution process.

Proposing legal solutions for resolving tax disputes

The primary goal for businesses when disputes arise is to resolve them swiftly, ensuring the best possible outcome for the business. Avoiding prolonged dispute resolution that impacts normal business operations is crucial. Most importantly, the outcome of tax dispute resolution is of utmost importance as it not only directly affects the interests but also influences the reputation of the business.

To meet these requirements, proposing suitable legal solutions for resolving tax disputes within the business is prioritized. According to current regulations, parties involved in tax disputes have the right to choose dispute resolution through complaints and administrative lawsuits.

Based on the actual situation of the tax dispute, Long Phan will propose legal solutions to clients through specific tasks as follows:

• Analyze and compare the feasibility of applying each method to resolve the actual tax dispute, selecting the most effective solution.
• Develop a proposal for the method to resolve the tax dispute.
• Analyze the proposal and explain to the client the procedural steps for resolving the tax dispute.
• Provide advice and guidance to the client on preparing documents and files for the resolution process.
• Develop a plan for the costs that need to be prepared during the resolution process to help clients prepare quickly.
• Advise clients on important details in the dispute that can be used to protect their rights.

Supporting the dispute resolution process

Throughout the process of resolving tax disputes for businesses, we are committed to accompanying and supporting the business. We continually monitor the progress and results of dispute resolution at each stage to promptly identify any challenges our clients may face. Subsequently, we quickly analyze and propose suitable solutions to help clients overcome difficulties.

Additionally, during the dispute resolution process, we can prevent any irregularities or deficiencies in the resolution process at state agencies. Therefore, continuous monitoring enables us to promptly detect irregularities and propose appropriate solutions to ensure the best interests of our clients.

Any difficulties or obstacles encountered by clients during the dispute resolution process will be documented by us, and timely solutions will be proposed.

Support after resolution

After tax disputes at the business have been resolved, Long Phan will highlight issues to consider when the business carries out procedures and obligations related to various taxes. This is aimed at helping the business minimize the occurrence of tax disputes during its operations. The issues that businesses need to pay attention to are supported by us as follows:

• Evaluating the effectiveness of the methods applied to resolve tax disputes.
• Advising on the types of taxes businesses need to comply with when establishing operations.
• Providing guidance on the procedures, reporting, and periodic tax declarations.
• Advising on tax settlements.
• Offering guidance on the procedures for registering tax identification numbers.
• Advising on determining the timing and methods of tax payments.
• Advising on the procedures for penalties in case of violating tax regulations.

The process of providing tax dispute resolution advisory services

Long Phan provides tax dispute resolution advisory services through the following process:

• Step 1: Receipt of Dispute Information

We will receive consultation requests from clients and record details of the information and documents provided by the client to best facilitate the advisory process. Client information and requests will serve as the basis for us to conduct an assessment and propose the most suitable resolution for the client.

• Step 2: Analysis and Evaluation

After receiving preliminary content related to the tax dispute, we will conduct a comprehensive and objective evaluation of the dispute, including the parties involved, the subject matter, and the nature of the dispute. We will then analyze legal aspects of the issues within the dispute to propose the best resolution approach for both the present and throughout the resolution process.

• Step 3: Detailed Resolution Plan Development

Based on the results of the above steps, our consulting experts will determine the current state of the dispute and develop a course of action that ensures compliance with regulations and provides the best protection for the client’s legitimate rights. The plan will ensure that the dispute resolution minimizes both legal and practical risks.

• Step 4: Implementation of the Resolution Plan and Proposal to the Client

Upon client approval of the proposed plan, we provide specific guidance and support to help clients carry out the outlined procedures. Throughout the implementation, if clients encounter difficulties, we monitor and provide timely assistance in resolving any arising issues.

• Step 5: Evaluation and Monitoring of the Tax Dispute Resolution Process

Throughout the dispute resolution process, we continually monitor and evaluate the progress of each stage. We update assessments of the dispute resolution situation and provide assistance to ensure that our advisory services meet the evolving needs of the client.

Tax dispute resolution advisory service

Contact methods

Clients seeking advice on tax dispute resolution can reach us through one of the following methods:

• Hotline: 090.673.5386
• Email: info@longphanpmt.com
• Facebook: Long Phan Investment Consulting Company Limited
• Zalo: 090.673.5386
• Head office: TM7 Commercial Lot, Lavita Garden Apartment, No. 17, Street 3, Truong Tho Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City

Currently, tax disputes between individuals and businesses with tax authorities are becoming more prevalent. Resolving these disputes involves complex procedural processes that can impact the normal activities of individuals and businesses with tax obligations. Therefore, choosing an appropriate method to resolve tax disputes is crucial. If clients need advice related to tax dispute resolution, please contact the hotline at 090.673.5386.