Clifford L. Rand

Partner and member of the Tax and Tax Controversy/Tax Litigation Groups. Cliff represents companies and other entities as well as individuals. He specializes in managing large and complex tax audits on behalf of taxpayers, including audits involving corporate reorganizations, cross-border transactions, transfer pricing, SR&ED credits and the general anti-avoidance rule. Cliff also ensures that the tax authorities operate within lawful parameters regarding demands for information and documents, and represents clients in applications to the courts for judicial review of decisions made by tax authorities regarding access to information, collections and other issues. He negotiates settlements with tax authorities or, when necessary, brings appeals and applications in the courts, including the Tax Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Canada, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the Supreme Court of Canada. Cliff applies his comprehensive knowledge of tax law to develop and implement strategies that get the best possible results for his clients. Cliff also assists clients in correcting non-compliance issues and in rectifying transactions with unintended tax consequences. Recognized in Lexology Index (formerly Who's Who Legal) and The Best Lawyers in Canada.