BAR ADMISSION

  • Ontario, 2004

Education

  • LLM, Osgoode Hall Law School, 2011
  • LLB, Osgoode Hall Law School, 2003

Languages Spoken

  • English
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Biography description

Amit Ummat specializes in income tax and GST/HST litigation across a broad range of industries. He delivers strategic advice and representation in tax disputes, including appearances before all Canadian courts. Amit is skilled in managing audits, negotiating with tax authorities, and securing favorable settlements for his clients. His practice also encompasses international tax controversy and his legal writing on complex tax issues is internationally recognized.

Throughout his career, Amit has successfully litigated a wide range of tax disputes, securing favorable outcomes for clients on matters including capital versus income characterization, interest deductibility, transfer pricing, and shareholder benefits. He holds a tax-focused LL.M. and is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Taxation Law.

Amit is actively involved in the broader tax community, frequently speaking at both tax and non-tax conferences on a range of tax issues. He is a regular presenter for the Canadian Tax Foundation, delivers courses for accountants and tax lawyers, and contributes to a wide array of professional publications.