Senior tax counsel's report: Financial advisers and tax advice – A brave new world

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Published on 01 Aug 14 by "TAXATION IN AUSTRALIA" JOURNAL ARTICLE

Recent government regulations set out the education and experience requirements for financial advisers providing tax advice. However, in their current form, they will risk undermining crucial protections for consumers of tax advice.

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Robert Jeremenko CTA

Robert is Senior Tax Counsel at The Tax Institute and heads the Tax Policy and Advocacy team, leading the Institute’s advocacy activities. Robert joined The Tax Institute after five years at one of Australia’s largest banks, where he held roles including Head of International Government Affairs. Prior to this, Robert was taxation adviser on the personal staff of the Australian Federal Treasurer. Robert holds degrees in Law and Science from the Australian National University and is admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of Australia. Current at 30 April 2015

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