Hedman Partners is your good partner in all tax matters. We have knowledge of the application of tax rules for both companies and individuals, both domestic and international.
Transaction planning
- Tax mapping and tax cost optimization;
- Tax risk mitigation;
- Market entry and exit planning;
- Domestic and cross-border restructuring;
- Permanent establishment risk management;
- Fixed establishment risk management;
- VAT issues;
- Income tax issues;
- Transfer pricing issues;
- Employment taxation;
- Coordination of international tax projects;
- Taxation of natural persons;
- Tax due diligence.
Documentation of transactions
- Preparation of instructions for transaction documentation;
- Transfer pricing documentation;
- Tax assessment and supplementation of contracts.
Selection of transaction partners
- Documenting the background of transaction partners;
- Development of guidelines for hedging risks arising from transaction partners.
Tax liability of a member of the management board
- Representation in tax liability proceedings;
- Establishment of a preventive regulation concerning the duty of care of a member of the management board;
- Preparation, evaluation, and supplementation of documents related to the liability of a member of the management board.
Taxation of crypto assets
- Transactions with cryptocurrencies;
- Taxation of tokens;
- VAT on crypto assets.
Seminars
- Internal tax training;
- How to behave in tax proceedings;
- VAT training for sales staff;
- Preparation of the company’s work rules (rules for using a car, organization of missions);
- Counterparty selection criteria and risk mitigation.
Tax procedures
- Representation in communication with the Estonian Tax and Customs Board;
- Registration procedures at the Estonian Tax and Customs Board;
- Representation in refund claims proceedings;
- Representation in business activity audit proceedings;
- Representation in labor tax audit procedures;
- Representation in corporate tax audit procedures;
- Compilation and review of evidence submittable to the Estonian Tax and Customs Board;
- Preventive everyday consultation to financial managers and accountants.
- Preventive in-house tax audit.
Tax debts
- Deferral of tax arrears;
- Negotiation with the Estonian Tax and Customs Board;
- The setting of guarantees.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I hire a tax lawyer?
If you’re dealing with complex tax controversies or issues, it’s time to consider hiring a tax lawyer. This includes disputes with tax authorities, audits, property tax matters, business restructuring, or cross-border transactions. A tax attorney specializes in mitigating risks and ensuring tax compliance with local tax laws, giving you peace of mind throughout the process.
A tax lawyer is also crucial in tax litigation, especially when it comes to challenging tax disputes.
How does tax law impact international business operations?
Tax law plays a vital role in shaping international business operations, affecting everything from transfer pricing to permanent establishment risks and VAT obligations. A tax lawyer can guide you through the complexities of state and local taxation and provide expert advice on international tax planning to help minimize tax implications. In international matters, a tax lawyer helps coordinate the project and formulate relevant questions to address to experts in other jurisdictions.
What role do government agencies play in tax compliance?
Government agencies, like tax authorities and other regulatory bodies, are responsible for enforcing tax legislation, conducting audits, and making sure everyone stays compliant with tax laws. They also handle income tax collection, grant tax-exempt status to eligible organizations, and provide guidelines for both businesses and individuals.
In taxation, the devil is often in the details, as varying circumstances can result in different tax treatments. Knowing the right questions to ask and key aspects to focus on helps you stay ahead of tax legislation and structure your activities in the most tax-efficient way—minimizing unexpected issues with tax authorities.
For example, tax-exempt organizations generally don’t pay income tax on their exempt activities, but they could still face taxes on unrelated business income. So knowing what is what is the key to maintaining tax-exempt status.
How can a tax lawyer help with executive compensation taxation?
Executive compensation packages can get pretty complicated, with things like stock options, deferred compensation, and bonuses. Experienced tax attorneys help to ensure that both executives and businesses structure these plans in a tax-efficient way, all while staying compliant with both local and international tax regulations. With the right planning, you can reduce tax liabilities and avoid any nasty surprises down the road.
