IR35

Falling within the IR35 tax rules could reduce your income by around 15%. We have been following IR35 since March 1999 and advising contractors, accountants and agencies on the impact. We have developed effective solutions that have enabled thousands of contractors, interim managers and freelancers to operate their limited company legitimately, without being subject to PAYE and extra NI, saving thousands of pounds. Read how we have helped limited company contractors concerning IR35.

In many cases IR35 may be legally avoided by operating as an independent business using a well-drafted contract accurately reflecting the terms of the engagement. The Inland Revenue has made it clear that any status decision they make will take into consideration the contracting company's working practices. This is only one test. Having reviewed a formidable bank of case law on employment status, and drawing on our extensive legal experience in the contract and recruitment industries, we have designed our services to provide the correct solution in each individual case taking all relevant information into account.

If you are contracting directly with your client, or through an intermediary consultancy, then we will provide you with commercial contracts, where appropriate, containing terms that reflect arrangements operating outside IR35.

If you require further information about the developments and implications of IR35 please see our IR35 pages and links.

Section 660A (s660)

Section 660A of the Income and Corporation taxes Act 1988, also known as the "settlements legislation", is a little-known tax rule under which the Inland Revenue has recently used to attack the payment of dividends in family businesses. We are now providing risk analysis to evaluate your own circumstances and minimise your risk of attack.

IR35 preliminary discussion
	For a minimum outlay, we can discuss whether the nature of your work is capable of operating outside of IR35. This is particularly useful to help you decide on how to proceed from the outset.
	£30 (excl. VAT)
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IR35 status review
	Fast, accurate formal legal analysis of a current or future engagement to give an independent view on whether it will pass or fail IR35 tests. Includes working arrangements and contract review. If the contract is inappropriately worded and the agency/client will allow you to change your contract following our recommendations, we are able to redraft and negotiate these changes on your behalf for an additional charge (hourly rate of £140 excl VAT). 'Pass' contracts will be eligible for IR35 Tax-Safe Insurance from a separate organisation.
	£260 (excl. VAT)
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Dual purpose review - IR35 & commercial terms advice
	Our legal experts will examine either a current or proposed contract and give a completely independent appraisal, indicating potential risks, including indemnity provisions, intellectual property rights, restriction clauses and payment terms, and whether it will be deemed akin to a contract of employment or self-employment for the purposes of IR35.
	£360 (excl. VAT)
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IR35 tax-safe insurance
	This insurance provides complete IR35 peace of mind, as it covers ALL ADDITIONAL TAX, NICs, INTEREST AND PENALTIES. This insurance is offered only after a review of your working arrangements so that you have a professional view on your status. The policy has no excess charge, or annual renewals, allowing you cover on all your contracts within a chosen period, giving you flexibility. To proceed with an application for IR35 Tax-Safe insurance from this separate organisation, you must first obtain an IR35 Status Review to confirm your status.
	From £396 (incl. IPT)
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Inland revenue representation
	We have an unparalleled 100% success record in preliminary IR35 status arguments with the Inland Revenue - It is essential to seek professional legal assistance if you are intending to submit a contract for an informal IR35 status determination by the Inland Revenue, or if you have already received an adverse decision. To proceed with our Inland Revenue submission or representation services, you must first obtain a Prospects of Success Analysis to confirm the strength of your case.
	From £100 (excl. VAT)
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s660a Risk Analysis
	Section 660A of the Income and Corporation taxes Act 1988, also known as the "settlements legislation", is a little-known tax rule which the Inland Revenue has recently relied upon to attack the payment of dividends in family businesses. Lawspeed will conduct a thorough Risk Analysis with a comprehensive report and advice as to your exposure to s660 and what can be done to minimise the likelihood of an attack.
	£POA
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We can quote on any bespoke IR35 solution or other services you may require. For further details please contact us .

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