Overview 

When disputes arise between taxpayers and SARS, the alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process offers a flexible, efficient and less costly means of resolving the conflicts without the need for prolonged litigation. This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the ADR process, covering its core principles, key methods such as mediation and arbitration, and best practices for applying these techniques to real-world disputes.  

You are invited to join Adv. Christel van Wyk on the 6th of November 2024 from 10h00 to 11h00 for a comprehensive session on applying alternative dispute resolution principles to achieve mutually acceptable, “win-win” outcomes for your clients.  

Learning objectives 

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: 

• Gain a foundational understanding of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process within the context of tax disputes.  

• Learn the procedures for accessing the alternative dispute process within the SARS tax dispute framework.  

• Identify the key advantages and limitations of ADR compared to traditional litigation in tax disputes.  

• Explore different ADR outcomes, including an agreement or settlement agreement with SARS, and learn when each outcome is most suitable.  

• Develop the ability to assess potential outcomes and devise effective strategies for resolving tax disputes through ADR.    

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics: 

• The tax dispute process. 

• Introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).  

• Key principles of ADR. 

• Types of ADR methods. 

• ADR vs traditional litigation. 

• Step-by-step guide. 

• Section 103 of the Tax Administration Act 28 of 2011.   

About the presenter 

Adv Christel van Wyk 

Christel van Wyk is a General Tax Practitioner (SA) and a practicing Advocate in the Northern Cape, registered with The South African Institute of Taxation. With over 25 years of experience in both legal and tax fields, her expertise spans corporate international tax, tax avoidance, dispute resolution, and policy work. She has held key positions in both the private and public sectors, serving as a legal advisor to an international bank and a property company, and later leading significant roles at SARS, EY, SAICA, and the Office of the Tax Ombud. 

Christel's broad experience includes legislative submissions, tax dispute strategy, and heading various tax-related divisions. In 2023, she founded her own tax and legal practice. Academically, she holds a BA Law degree from the University of Stellenbosch, an LLB from UNISA, a Diploma in Taxation from the University of Johannesburg, and a Certificate in Mediation and Arbitration. 

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Advocates. 

• Attorneys. 

• Tax practitioners. 

• Corporate legal professionals. 

• Legal academics. 

• Candidate attorneys. 

• Law students. 

• Paralegals. 

Price              

• R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

  • Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)  

  • Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)  

  • Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users) 

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Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/ or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar. 

About SA Legal Academy 

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