Clear advice. Strategic representation. Practical solutions when the CRA is involved.
Free 15-Minute Consultation for Tax Law Disputes
If you are facing a CRA audit, reassessment, penalties, or a tax dispute, early legal guidance matters. The tax lawyers at Devry Smith Frank LLP represent individuals, business owners, and corporations across Toronto and Ontario in tax audits, objections, appeals, and tax litigation.
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When a Tax Appeal Is Required
A tax appeal is usually filed after a Notice of Objection has been denied or not addressed by the CRA. This can involve disputes over income, deductions, GST HST, penalties, interest, or eligibility determinations.
At this point, the CRA’s position is largely fixed. The quality of your appeal materials, evidence, and legal framing becomes critical. Missed deadlines or poorly prepared filings can limit options and increase cost.
Early legal advice helps clarify whether an appeal is appropriate, which court process applies, and how to move forward in a controlled and cost-effective way.
Experienced in All Forms of Tax Litigation
We can help dispute a CRA assessment or reassessment by filing a Notice of Objection with the CRA Appeals Division.
If you disagree with the CRA’s decision on your tax objection, our team can help you appeal to the Tax Court of Canada.
Our team can help you challenge CERB reassessments, respond to CRA requests, and pursue appeals to reduce penalties.
Tax Audits
We can help you to respond to CRA audits, meet strict filing deadlines, negotiate settlements, and represent you in Tax Court.
Our Toronto Tax Lawyers
Graeme Oddy is a partner with Devry Smith Frank LLP in our tax litigation department.
With years of litigation experience, Graeme is able to provide practical, client-focused advice and guide clients through high-stakes tax disputes with clarity and care.
Focused on practical outcomes that protect financial rights
Skilled in courtroom advocacy
Effective at organizing accounting evidence, third-party documentation, and challenging reassessments
Alex Shchukin is an associate with Devry Smith Frank LLP in our litigation department.
His work includes advising on litigation prospects, drafting settlement proposals, and assisting with strategy in a wide range of files.
Skilled at building persuasive objection records and appeal strategies
Clear and direct communication
Quick to act when urgent matters arise
Document Review Included
To make your consultation as productive as possible, our tax litigation lawyers will review the key documents you provide in advance, such as CRA audit letters, CERB reassessments, notices of objection, or appeal materials, so we can give you focused and accurate guidance from the start.
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Our experienced team of tax litigation lawyers guides clients through the technical and procedural challenges of dealing with the CRA while pursuing outcomes that minimize risk and cost.