R&D Tax Consultants
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R&D Tax Consultants 
Sole Trader
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Jack Aquilina specialises in tax and revenue law across all areas of Federal and State taxation. He also appears in appellate matters, commercial law and public law disputes.
Jack has been recognised in the Best Lawyers 'One to Watch in Australia' as a leading practitioner in tax law in the 2025, 2026 and 2027 editions.
Jack's proven experience deploying a strategic, commercial, and evidence-based approach to managing reviews, audit and complex litigation has enabled him to achieve commercial and principled outcomes in the best interests of his clients. Jack has extensive experience and specialty in complicated and novel matters arising in respect of commonwealth and state revenue law, with a specialty in the R&D tax incentive.
Jack has a PhD from Deakin University Law School where his thesis was specialised research into the Australian R&D Tax Incentive, where he proposed comprehensive reforms.
Jack also has experience appearing for the Commissioner of Taxation and has acted for other regulators, such as Screen Australia.
Application Writing
Drafts and prepares your R&D Tax Incentive application, including technical narratives and supporting documentation.
Project Eligibility Assessment
Evaluates your R&D activities against legislative criteria to determine which projects and expenditure qualify.
ATO Audit Defence
Represents and supports your firm during ATO compliance reviews, audits, or information requests relating to R&D claims.
Expenditure Review
Reviews and categorises your R&D-related costs to ensure all eligible expenditure is captured accurately.
R&D Lending Support / Provides Letters of Comfort
Provides letters of comfort or supporting documentation to help you secure R&D advance financing from lenders.
Legal Support
Provides or coordinates legal advice on IP protection, R&D contracts, and compliance-related matters.
R&D Strategy Development
Works with you to build a forward-looking R&D strategy that aligns eligible activities with business goals.
Startup Advice
Offers tailored guidance for early-stage companies on structuring R&D, accessing incentives, and managing cash flow.
A fit for companies and their advisers at the pointy end of an R&D Tax Incentive claim — AusIndustry or ATO reviews, audits, objections and litigation — who need specialist counsel rather than a claim preparer. With a PhD on the R&D Tax Incentive and experience on both sides (including appearing for the Commissioner of Taxation), Jack suits novel, complex or disputed matters where a strategic, evidence-based legal approach and, if needed, representation before the tribunals and courts is required.
Phone
Location
Level 26, 200 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Firm Type
Sole Trader
Year Established
2026
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