Professional Negligence Case Study: Claim Against an Accountant

Robert Johnson, Partner and Head of Professional Negligence at Healys LLP, successfully represented a claimant win a professional negligence claim against a firm of accountants.

This was a claim against an accountant arising from their failure to advise our client properly or at all on the tax implications/consequences of payments from our client to a Maltese company and how such could (and should) have been avoided (or significantly reduced). This matter involved complex taxation issues regarding royalty payments and withholding tax and mitigation steps regarding corporate structure changes.

After the settlement the claimant said:

“Working with Robert Johnson at Healys was an exceptional experience spanning six years of challenging legal negotiations. Robert was thoroughly professional, incredibly patient, and always strategic in his approach, even when faced with a difficult opposition. He remained empathetic, highly knowledgeable, and consistently clear in his communication, ensuring I felt supported throughout. Despite the complexities, he never gave up hope and guided me to a settlement that surpassed my expectations. I am grateful for his diligence, tenacity, and expertise, and I would unhesitatingly recommend him.”

In an interview with Latest TV, Robert discusses what one needs to know when considering a claim against a professional. Watch the full interview here.

If you would like legal advice on these (or any) areas of Professional Negligence or further information on any of the above, please contact Robert on 07899973306 or robert.johnson@healys.com

Healys Professional Negligence Services

Healys' professional negligence team have acted for clients against a range of professionals including solicitors, barristers, architects, surveyors, financial advisors and accountants, and have an outstanding reputation for gaining the best possible outcome. They are accredited and recommended by leading legal review bodies, including Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.

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