Tax errors, missed deadlines, or negligent audits — when an accountant falls below the required standard and causes you financial harm, you may have a claim for compensation.
A missed tax deadline or incorrect return can trigger HMRC penalties, interest charges, and months of stress. The financial impact often extends far beyond the initial error.
Request your full file from the accountant. This includes correspondence, work papers, calculations, and advice notes. It forms the core evidence of what was done and what was missed.
All ICAEW and ACCA members must have professional indemnity insurance. This ensures there is a funded route to compensation if negligence is proven.
Six years from the negligence, or three years from discovery. For tax-related claims, HMRC deadlines may also apply. Act promptly to preserve evidence.
Understand professional negligence principles, organise your evidence, and prepare for next steps.
A professional negligence solicitor assesses your case and handles the claim process. No upfront cost.
No win, no fee — you only pay if you win
A free case review puts you under no obligation. It simply helps you understand whether you have a claim against your accountant and what the next steps would be.
Related Guidance
Legal disclaimer: This service provides general guidance only. It does not constitute legal advice. Claim Builder is not a law firm.
We use cookies to improve your experience, analyse traffic, and personalise content.
You can accept or reject non-essential cookies. Privacy Policy
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveRequired for the site to function. Includes authentication, payment processing (Stripe), and saving your progress. Cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it. Data is anonymised and never sold to third parties.
Marketing Cookies
Used to show you relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our communications. You can opt out at any time.