Tax Mistakes That Put Legal Practices and Practitioners at Risk
Legal practices face unique tax risks. This session helps accountants understand where tax problems arise and how to support law firms safely.
What will set you apart
By completing this course you will gain the following competencies
- Understand how tax applies to legal practices
- Identify common compliance risk areas within legal practices
- Recognise where tax compliance most often fails
- Apply practical steps to ensure ongoing compliance
Event breakdown
- How legal practices are taxed
- Common tax mistakes
- Trust-related tax issues
- Compliance risk areas
- Working safely with legal clients
- Managing exposure
- Practical guidance
Description
Legal practices operate under strict rules, and tax mistakes can have serious consequences for both the firm and its advisors.
This session focuses on tax issues specific to legal practices, including fee income, trust-related tax considerations, and compliance risks. It explains where accountants are most exposed and why small errors can quickly escalate.
The session is practical and realistic. Delegates will learn how to advise legal clients safely, avoid high-risk areas, and protect themselves from liability and disputes.
Presenters
Ettiene Retief — Ettiene is an experienced accountant, business advisor and tax practitioner with over 30 years of experience in taxation, accounting, corporate law and compliance. He runs a specialist tax and corporate advisory practice and has extensive experience engaging with SARS, National Treasury and professional bodies on tax policy and legislation. Ettiene is also a seasoned lecturer, author and speaker, regularly presenting on taxation and related technical topics.
You will earn a certificate
On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 2 CPD units in Taxation.
Requirements
- Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
- Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser