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Paul Sokolowski CTA

Paul Sokolowski, CTA, is a partner at Arnold Bloch Leibler, and is the national leader of the firm’s taxation practice. Paul advises clients, including high-networth individuals, large private groups and public entities in tax reviews, audits, disputes and litigation, and in domestic and international transactions. Paul is a regular speaker and writer for the Tax Institute, and other organisations and publications. He actively contributes to tax policy, legislative, technical and administrative development and debate. In March 2019, Paul won The Tax Institute’s 2019 Chartered Tax Advisor of the Year Award. - Current at 06 December 2024

Shaun Cartoon FTI

Shaun Cartoon, FTI is a partner in Arnold Bloch Leibler’s tax practice. He advises a range of clients, including ultra-high-net-worth individuals, ASX listed companies and large private groups. Shaun’s practice includes a specialty advising on ATO audits and disputes, taxation of offshore assets and structures, issues and disputes concerning tax residency and asset protection. - Current at 09 July 2025