Rajan Verma,Tax Expert in Melbourne

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Rajan is a tax structuring expert whose creative approach and commercial acumen make him a trusted adviser.

Known for transforming large scale transactions into tax efficient outcomes, Rajan combines deep technical knowledge with a strong understanding of accounting and finance, allowing him to engage seamlessly with accountants and financial advisers at their level.

Rajan’s particular interests include business restructures, tax effective business sales and exits, advising on high value property developments, international taxation and resolving complex tax disputes with the ATO and state revenue offices. He is passionate about helping clients structure for success, protect what they have built and keep more of what they have earned.

Pragmatic and collaborative by nature, Rajan meets clients at their level of knowledge, never talking down to them or overcomplicating advice. He communicates with clarity and purpose, focusing on practical solutions that make things easier, not harder. Clients value his ability to take on the “too hard” problems and deliver outcomes that are strategic, effective and commercially sound.

Rajan is a Co-founder of Velocity Legal, a Chartered Tax Adviser with the Tax Institute and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Master of Laws from the University of Melbourne. A frequent speaker for professional bodies including the CPA and the IPA and recognised as a Leading Tax Lawyer in Doyle’s Guide 2025, Rajan has a reputation for translating complex tax law into pragmatic, high impact strategies.

Managing and advising on a major corporate restructure for a privately owned group valued at $300m.
Advising on taxation implications of property development projects ranging up to $20m in value.
Advising on complex ATO investigations, including early engagements, reviews and audits.
Advising on state revenue investigations, including land tax, transfer duty, foreign surcharge taxes and payroll tax.
Advising on complex business restructures, including the use of CGT rollovers, small business CGT concessions and stamp duty concessions.
Advising on tax residency matters, including managing residency disputes with the ATO.
Approaching the ATO in relation to private rulings, objections and voluntary disclosures.
Advising on international tax matters, including cross border arrangements and residency issues for SMEs.

Tax Disputes

Tax disputes arise when a taxpayer disagrees with an assessment, decision, or action taken by a revenue authority. Understanding your position and available review pathways can help you respond confidently and manage risk.

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Taxation of Deceased Estates

Tax considerations play an important role in how estates are planned, administered, and distributed. The taxation of deceased estates considers how tax issues apply to estate assets and income after a loved one passes away, and how tax-effective planning can influence those outcomes.

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Tax Residency

Tax residency can have a significant effect on how income, capital gains, and cross-border arrangements are taxed. Understanding whether you or an entity may be treated as a resident or non-resident can help reduce uncertainty, manage exposure, and support better tax planning.

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Land Tax

Land tax can affect the holding, structuring, and ongoing ownership of property, with significant consequences if liabilities are not identified and managed properly.

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Payroll Tax

Payroll tax can affect the way a business engages workers, structures operations, and manages compliance, with significant consequences if liabilities are not identified and addressed properly.

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Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains tax can significantly affect the outcome of selling or transferring assets such as property, businesses, or investments. Understanding how CGT applies can help reduce uncertainty and support informed financial decisions.

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Vacant Residential Land Tax

Vacant Residential Land Tax can affect residential property holdings where occupancy requirements are not met, creating significant exposure if the rules and exemptions are not properly understood.

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Family Trust Distributions Tax

Family trust distribution tax issues often arise where trust distributions do not align with Family Trust Election rules or beneficiary entitlements. Understanding how these rules apply can help manage tax exposure and reduce the risk of unexpected liabilities.

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Small Business CGT Concessions

Small business CGT concessions can significantly reduce or eliminate capital gains tax when business assets are sold or restructured. Understanding eligibility and how the concessions apply can make a substantial difference to after-tax outcomes.

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Stamp Duty

Stamp duty, also known as land transfer duty, applies to a wide range of property and transaction arrangements and can significantly affect the overall cost of a deal. Understanding how duty applies can help manage exposure and avoid unexpected liabilities.

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‘Liquid gold’ – the valuable tax concessions for a Members Voluntary Liquidation (MVL)

‘Who’s paying for this?’ – Tax considerations for Employee Share and Option Plans

The Windfall Gains Tax – plunder or taxation?

NSW discretionary trusts – one shot, one final opportunity to avoid extra land tax and duty on landholdings!