Managing disputes presentation

Deborah Hastings

Debbie leads the ATO’s approach to dispute management and dispute resolution (including ADR) as well as litigation services and legal risk for the ATO. She is also responsible for independent review of large business audits, as well as managing large market objections. Debbie is a graduate of University of Sydney with a Bachelor in Economics and Bachelor of Law. She has led strategic litigation matters in the AAT, Federal Court and High Court and has also been a member of the General Anti-Avoidance Panel and Public Rulings Panel. - Current at 02 June 2015

Sue Williamson CTA-Life

Sue Williamson, CTA (Life) leads the Holding Redlich Melbourne Tax Risk Management and Disputes practice. She advises clients on tax risk management including tax governance and ensuring that clients have sufficient evidence to defend their positions. She has acted in various AAT, Federal Court, High Court and Supreme Court tax cases. Sue is also an accredited mediator and has assisted clients in resolving disputes using various ADR mechanisms. Sue was the President of The Tax Institute in 2008, has been a member of several advisory boards, has participated in many consultative forums and lectures in the University of Melbourne Masters of Law program. - Current at 04 July 2023