Menzies appoints tax director in dispute resolution

Menzies has appointed Matthew Watkins as tax director to bolster the firm’s tax team and “pave the way” for a new tax dispute resolution service.  

Watkins brings almost 15 years’ experience in tax investigation and resolution, and is joining the firm from BDO LLP, where he spent the last three years within a large tax investigations team. 

In his new role, he will have a focus on Private Client taxation and be responsible for advising individuals, including those with corporate interests, on how to resolve complex tax disputes. 

Watkins will support clients who need to regularise their tax affairs in the UK, regardless of the source or severity of the underlying issue. He will also support his clients in preparing to litigate their appeals as required.  

Watkins said: “This is the perfect time for me to start a new role and pave the way for a new tax dispute resolution service at Menzies. The firm impressed me from the start – the people, the culture and the way that individuals are empowered to think like entrepreneurs, adding value to client services where there is opportunity to do so. I can’t wait to get started.”  

Richard Godmon, partner at Menzies LLP, added: “Matthew’s appointment will further strengthen our expanding team of tax specialists at a critical time, when demand for professional, third-party tax advice is increasing. 

“We are sure that his specialist skills and experience in the area of dispute resolution will be highly valued by existing and new clients in the challenging economic climate ahead.”