Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Fee Protection Insurance for Accountants in London
Professional Fee Protection has been a market leader in fee protection insurance since 1985, delivering expert tax advice and insurance solutions for four decades. We specialise in safeguarding accountancy firms of all sizes across the UK by covering professional fees during HMRC tax investigations. Our services ensure accountants can focus on client needs while we handle compliance complexities. With comprehensive coverage up to 100,000, we provide expert tax advice and legal support for various HMRC investigations, including IHT enquiries, VAT disputes, and IR35 status checks. Our FCA-authorised status and 40-year track record demonstrate our commitment to reliability and industry excellence.We offer practice-insured schemes that enable accountants to provide fee protection services to their clients, supported by efficient claims handling and back-office processes. Our team provides peace of mind through seamless policy administration and 24/7 client support. Trusted by hundreds of accountancy firms, we combine deep sector knowledge with tailored insurance solutions. Our services extend to R&D tax relief, capital allowances, and discounted legal services, ensuring holistic support for accounting professionals. This enduring focus on client needs has earned us long-standing relationships and positive testimonials from satisfied partners.
Services
Fee Protection Insurance
Tax Investigation Support
HMRC Enquiry Cover
Legal Advisory Services
Discounted Legal Services
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 40 years of specialist fee protection insurance expertise
- Comprehensive coverage up to 100,000 for HMRC investigations
- FCA-authorised and regulated insurance provider
- Efficient claims handling with expert tax advisors
- Tailored schemes for accountancy practices of all sizes
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Peace of mind
Efficient and effective
Professional and knowledgeable
Seamless processes
Excellent client support
Services
Fee Protection Insurance
Our fee protection insurance safeguards accountants against financial risks during HMRC investigations. This service covers professional fees up to 100,000 while providing expert tax advice and legal representation. Designed for accountancy practices of all sizes, it enables firms to offer client-facing protection schemes with seamless administration support from our experienced team.
HMRC Enquiry Support
We specialise in handling HMRC compliance checks including IHT enquiries, VAT disputes, and IR35 status challenges. Our expert team manages evidence gathering, client representation, and resolution processes. With coverage for both standard and complex investigations, we ensure minimal disruption to accounting practices while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Practice Insured Schemes
These tailored schemes allow accountancy firms to offer fee protection services to their clients. We handle policy administration, client communications, and claims processing while practices focus on core advisory work. The service includes marketing support, training resources, and integrated back-office systems for seamless implementation across small to large firms.
Legal Advisory Services
Our legal experts provide guidance on tax investigations, employment status disputes, and regulatory compliance matters. Covering areas like CJRS audits, Code of Practice 8 investigations, and National Minimum Wage compliance, we deliver practical solutions to complex legal challenges faced by accounting professionals during HMRC engagements.
Discounted Legal Services
We offer reduced-cost legal services for accountants requiring specialist representation beyond standard insurance coverage. This includes support for judicial reviews, formal interventions, and complex dispute resolutions. Our network of legal professionals ensures high-quality representation at accessible rates for both firms and their clients.
Questions
What does fee protection insurance cover?
Our insurance covers accountants' professional fees up to £100,000 during HMRC investigations, including tax enquiries, VAT disputes, and IR35 challenges. It includes expert tax advice and legal representation.
How do HMRC investigations typically start?
Investigations may be random or triggered by factors like late tax returns, unusual financial patterns, or HMRC's AI detection systems. Any UK business can be selected regardless of size or sector.
Can small accountancy firms access your services?
Yes, we work with firms of all sizes. Our practice-insured schemes are specifically designed to help small practices offer fee protection services to their clients with full administrative support.
How are claims handled?
Clients contact their accountant who initiates the claim. Our team then manages evidence collection, HMRC communication, and resolution while keeping both client and accountant informed throughout the process.
Are you FCA regulated?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) with registration number 308400, ensuring compliance with strict financial services standards.
What additional services do you offer?
We provide R&D tax relief advice, capital allowances guidance, IR35 contract reviews, and discounted legal services. Our support extends to both accountants and their business clients.
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Reviews (2)
Aziz Merchant
Mar 28, 2020
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1000 approved claim is unlikely to be paid since the insurance company that PfP backed is likely to go under liquidation. PfP does not want to pay the claim that was approved. They took the benefit of my business and they are not willing to take the downsides. This raises serious issues about PfP's trustworthiness. They appear to absolve their responsibility. My email to PfP on this issue, so far, has not been responded. Accountants do you want to lose out? Like it is very likely I will. 1000 is not a small amount of money. Be cautious.
Siddharth Venkataramakrishnan
Mar 26, 2015
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I would not bother to pay this company as it is a true insurer in the sense that when it comes to paying out, they always find a loophole. Rubbish service, PFP, shame on you.
