Leveraging Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): A Procedural Guide to Settlements
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: R146.00
Leveraging Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): A Procedural Guide to Settlements
Presenters : Louise Swart
Overview
Tax disputes with SARS are often costly, time-consuming, and operationally disruptive when they proceed through prolonged litigation. This video provides a practical exploration of how Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and settlement procedures are used strategically within the SARS dispute framework to resolve matters more efficiently while remaining fully compliant with the legal framework.
The session examines the relevant Tax Court Rules (13–22 and 25) together with sections 145 and 146 of the Tax Administration Act, providing guidance on when ADR and settlement are appropriate and how to approach those processes effectively.
Video Content
- The hidden financial and operational costs of tax litigation
- Overview of SARS’s ADR framework and procedural rules
- Identifying matters suitable for ADR and settlement
- Preparing persuasive documentation and written submissions
- The role of the independent facilitator in dispute resolution
- Legal framework governing settlements
- Strategic use of SARS settlement provisions
- Common pitfalls that undermine successful dispute resolution
Competencies Developed
- Enhanced ability to prepare for and participate effectively in ADR proceedings
- Practical understanding of SARS settlement requirements and processes
- Improved communication and negotiation skills in dispute contexts
- Ability to minimize cost, delay, and risk in managing tax disputes
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