Why Greenwoods?
We recognise that receiving unexpected correspondence relating to historic arrangements can be concerning, particularly where those arrangements date back many years.
We are a specialist commercial disputes team with extensive experience in complex, long‑running matters arising out of historic tax planning, contractor loan and remuneration structures. These situations often involve incomplete documentation, revived claims or assignments, and the need for a measured and proportionate response.
Our Disputes team is led by Huw Wallis, Head of Disputes, and supported by Partner, Euan Palmer, who has recent experience in large‑scale group litigation, including acting for more than 80 individuals in claims involving HMRC. Together, they combine strategic oversight with detailed, hands‑on analysis of complex factual and legal issues.
We are used to acting where:
- issues arise many years after the original arrangements;
- rights have been assigned or enforcement is being considered;
- multiple individuals are affected, but positions differ; and
- a coordinated and proportionate approach may be beneficial.
Clients who have worked with our Disputes team have described the experience in these terms:
“The most supportive solicitor team I have ever worked with.”
“Pragmatic, responsive and genuinely sensitive to the requirements of clients.”
“Huw and the team show real attention to detail and emotional intelligence, alongside high‑quality strategic input.”
Our focus is on understanding the position clearly and responding appropriately if and when the situation develops.
Acting together where it makes sense
We are aware of a growing number of individuals who have received similar correspondence relating to historic arrangements.
While each person’s position will ultimately depend on their own facts and documentation, there can be clear advantages in identifying common issues and building a broader understanding across those affected.
If further steps are taken, it may then be appropriate to consider whether a coordinated approach would be beneficial. This can help ensure that any response is proportionate, strategically aligned, and cost‑effective where common issues arise.
Where appropriate, this may involve individuals working together rather than in isolation. This can assist in identifying shared themes, aligning strategy, and managing costs efficiently, while still recognising that individual circumstances may differ.
In some situations, this type of approach may include establishing a representative or group structure to help inform overall strategy, supported by our disputes team. This is not a one‑size‑fits‑all approach, but can be an effective way of dealing with issues that affect multiple individuals.
Many individuals find reassurance in knowing that others are in a similar position and that the situation is being considered collectively rather than in isolation.
If you are aware of others who have received similar correspondence, you are welcome to share our details with them. Understanding the wider picture helps ensure that, if the position develops, any response is informed, consistent and efficient.
How it works
At this stage, you can register your details with us so that we can keep you informed as the situation develops and build a clearer picture across those affected.
If further action becomes necessary, we would then set out next steps, including how information can be shared securely and how any coordinated or individual approach may operate in practice.
If you would prefer us to review your individual position now, we can do so, but this would require formal engagement as a client.
