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Tom Adcock advises a wide range of international clients on structuring their global affairs, frequently using offshore jurisdictions to achieve effective tax and commercial outcomes.

He provides strategic advice on how specific structures operate to deliver both efficiency and compliance and regularly supports individuals and businesses engaging with the UK tax system from around the world. Tom serves as the UK representative on the International Tax Committee of DFK International.

A recognised voice in the field, Tom frequently presents and writes on a wide range of property tax matters.

Starting his career as a Corporate Tax Inspector with HMRC enables him to successfully manage tax enquires into both corporates and individuals; his experience in working on ‘both sides of the fence’ means he maintains an exceptional record in supporting clients with tax investigations.

Ian is a Chartered Tax Advisor and Chartered Accountant and has considerable experience in the tax and accountancy world. He specialises in helping individuals, businesses and corporates with tax planning and tax mitigation strategies. He works across a large number of industries including life sciences, industrial and construction, farming, land development, property, universities and colleges, charities, media, retail (online and physical) and hospitality.

Kelly Fern is a Director in Gravita’s Tax team, with a strong background in advising owner-managed businesses on a wide range of tax matters. She qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2018 and subsequently specialised in tax, becoming a Chartered Tax Adviser and member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation in 2022.

Kelly’s expertise spans capital taxes, corporation tax, and personal tax, with a particular focus on providing strategic, tailored advice to business owners. She is also experienced in managing complex interactions with HMRC and supports clients on a variety of general tax matters. Her up-to-date technical knowledge and practical approach enable her to deliver clear, commercial solutions in an ever-evolving tax landscape.

Kelly possesses in-depth expertise in the NHS Pension Scheme, particularly in relation to the complexities introduced by the McCloud remedy. She has successfully guided clients through the intricate processes of tax reporting and pension recalculations. In addition, she provides tailored advice on a wide range of personal pension matters, offering comprehensive support to clients navigating the broader landscape of retirement planning and this is often delivered in conjunction with Inheritance Tax planning.