“Her attention to detail is second to none. She is technically brilliant and give their advice in the client’s commercial context.”

“Nicola is a very strong advocate and thinks very well on her feet.”

Nicola Shaw KC is an eminent KC who is experienced in representing both the taxpayer and the Revenue in cases involving residence and domicile issues, the transfer of assets abroad and transfer pricing. She has represented clients at all levels of domestic courts and tribunals, including the Supreme Court, and has also taken cases to the ECJ. She has a broad practice that encompasses both direct and indirect tax expertise.

“She’s brilliant – a very creative advocate.”

“Nicola is an incredible advocate; she’s a joy to watch in court.”

“Nicola is an absolute fighter when it comes to litigation. She’s really user-friendly and accessible, but also very pragmatic in how she reviews what points to focus on.”

“Nicola is a fantastic lawyer who displays great technical knowledge and attention to detail. She just has a great way about her and is an excellent advocate who is great to work with.”

Nicola Shaw KC devotes a significant portion of her broad tax practice to indirect tax instructions, regularly representing taxpayers and HMRC in contentious matters, particularly in the area of VAT. She acts for clients at every level of court, including before the CJEU.

“Nicola Shaw KC is brilliant. She is very creative as an advocate.”

“She is very intellectually rigorous and really effective at communicating in court. I think her broad experience in tax also really helps; Nicola doesn’t come at things from a narrow perspective.”

“Very impressive indeed. Her attention to detail is fabulous, and she has such a command over the documents. The other thing with Nicola is that she won’t give up easily.”

Nicola Shaw KC is an expert in residence and domicile matters. She has acted in a number of high-profile cases involving the transfer of assets abroad legislation, the settlements code and principal private residence relief.

“Nicola Shaw is an all-round star. She is highly knowledgeable, practical, realistic, approachable, and fantastic with clients.”

“Nicola has a real read of what is going through judges’ minds, what arguments could be made and what could really appeal and why.”

“One of the best advocates at the tax Bar – calm and effective in submissions. Works well as part of the team. Clear and experienced in relation to the strategy to adopt and judging the mood of the court.”

‘ She has excellent advocacy skills, based on deep knowledge of the tax issues and facts of each case, plus a determination to stand firm in the face of a strong judge and determined opponent. Hardworking and thorough, combined with a willingness to consider alternative

strategy and arguments in conference. Definitely has the ear of the court and a most enjoyable silk with whom to work. ’

Nicola Shaw devotes a significant portion of her broad tax practice to indirect tax instructions, she regularly represents taxpayers and HMRC in contentious matters, particularly in the area of VAT. She acts for clients at every level of court including before the CJEU.

“A very good advocate with a first-class brain.” “Very client-friendly and a barrister who gets into the heart of legal issues and understands the tax framework.”

Recent work: Acted in Towerbridge v HMRC, a case concerning MTIC fraud in the supply of carbon credits.

“She is adept at unravelling complicated issues.”

“One of the best indirect tax specialist barristers in the country.”

“An excellent strategist and advocate.” “She consistently provides clear advice and has the ability to dissect even the most complex issues. She is very impressive in court and highly regarded by judges and opponents alike.”

“Very client-focused and very enthusiastic. She is a good advocate and has good court craft.” “Sensible and to the point.”