Mastering Legal Drafting for SARS Correspondence


Date: Jan 22, 2025

CPD hours: 2 Hours

Time: 15:00 - 17:00

Event Type: Webinar

Presenter: Mark Silberman

Join Mark for an exclusive webinar on legal drafting for SARS correspondence, where he will guide you through the essentials of structuring impactful letters and linking them to the relevant sections of the Tax Administration Act (TAA) and SARS rules.

Overview

Are you ready to enhance your skills in drafting professional and legally compliant letters to SARS? 

Join Mark for an exclusive webinar on legal drafting for SARS correspondence, where he will guide you through the essentials of structuring impactful letters and linking them to the relevant sections of the Tax Administration Act (TAA) and SARS rules. This session is designed for tax practitioners who want to save time, improve accuracy, and ensure legal compliance in their communications with SARS.

Effective letter writing goes beyond good formatting – it requires a thorough understanding of the law. Whether addressing an objection, a request for reasons, or contesting an additional assessment, each letter demonstrates a sound grasp of the legal framework. This webinar will provide you with the tools and knowledge to achieve just that.


Webinar Content

This comprehensive session will cover:

1. Structuring Letters to SARS:
  • Breaking down the elements of a professional and compliant letter.
  • Tailoring letters to specific tax issues, including objections, requests for reasons, and additional assessments.
2. Connecting Letters to the TAA and Rules:
  • Understanding how to cite and apply relevant sections of the TAA, such as:
    • Section 104 (Objections)
    • Section 96 (Notice of Assessment)
    • Section 210 (Penalties)
  • Effectively Incorporating SARS rules into your correspondence.
3. Exploring Remedies in the TAA:
  • An overview of remedies available to taxpayers, including objection processes, appeals, and requests for reduced assessments.
  • Practical insights into managing disputes with SARS.
4. Writing with the Law in Mind:
  • Why understanding the law is critical to drafting effective correspondence.
  • Tips for linking legal principles to your communication strategy.

Competencies Developed

  • By the end of this webinar, participants will:
  • Master the Fundamentals of Letter Drafting: Learn to craft clear, structured, and legally sound letters tailored to a variety of SARS-related issues.
  • Enhance Legal Knowledge: Gain a deeper understanding of the Tax Administration Act and how it applies to tax disputes, objections, and other key issues.
  • Improve Accuracy and Compliance: Develop the skills to ensure your letters meet SARS’s legal and procedural requirements.
  • Strengthen Advocacy Skills: Use well-drafted letters to protect your clients’ rights and achieve favourable outcomes.

Presenter

Mark Silberman

Mark Silberman B. Acc. CA(SA) is the founder and a director of Accfin Software. Previously served as the chairman of SAICA's Tax Technology Committee and is currently a member of the committee. Mark invented the first Tax and Company Secretarial system in South Africa and has extensive experience in technology enabled solutions especially in regard to automating many South African Accounting Practices. Responsible for helping with the design of tax return submission software. Accfin Software was the first e-Filer to file tax returns into the SARS e-Filing system from application software.


CPD

Attending this webinar and the successful completion of the online assessment will secure a certificate of completion for 2 hours of CPD.


Event Investment

Free for Tax Technician, Tax Practitioner, Tax Accountant CPD subscribers and Practice Packages. Not a CPD subscriber yet? Click here to register now.

  • Regular price:  R460.00
  • Special rate for SAIT members:  R368.00
  • Group booking discounts available when you register for a group.

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