In a majority 5:2 verdict, the court ruled that the scope of LLP did not extend to
accountants offering legal advice on a tax matter, in Prudential plc and Prudential (Gibraltar) Ltd v Special Commissioner of Income Tax and Philip Pandolfo (HM Inspector of Taxes)[2013] UKSC 1.
They
offer dedicated
legal advice and assistance, tailored to an
accountant's specific circumstances, which can make all the difference to the outcome of regulatory and disciplinary proceedings.