Vern Krishna CM, KC

Vern Krishna CM, KC: Tax Counsel and Professor of Common Law at University of Ottawa

Vern Krishna is a distinguished lawyer with extensive experience in tax law, international tax, and business law. As a Tax Counsel at TaxChambers LLP, he provides comprehensive services including income tax matters, corporate and individual client representation with the Canada Revenue Agency, administrative appeals, and negotiations. At the University of Ottawa, Professor Krishna teaches Common Law, focusing on areas such as tax, international tax, business law, and other related subjects. His work is often cited by the Supreme Court of Canada. As a national expert in tax law, he has authored over fifteen texts, numerous articles, and case comments. Professor Krishna’s notable contributions to the legal profession include his membership in prestigious organizations such as the Order of Canada and Queen's Counsel, receipt of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal and the Governor General's 125th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada Medal.

Practice Areas

• Tax Litigation and Dispute Resolution
• International Tax
• Tax Planning and Wealth Management
• Income Tax Matters
• Corporate and Individual Client Representation with Canada Revenue Agency
• Administrative Appeals and Negotiations
• Litigation at the Tax Court of Canada, Federal Court, Federal Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court of Canada

Education

• Fellowship: Royal Society of Canada, Certified General Accountants of Canada (FCPA)
• Doctorate in Laws: Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC)

Awards and Recognitions

• Recognized: Appellate Practice, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
• Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal
• Member of the Order of Canada
• Queen's Counsel
• Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
• Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (FCPA)

Languages

• English

Vern Krishna has been a Bencher of the Law Society of Upper Canada since 1991 and served as its elected head (Treasurer) from 2001 to 2003.

Affiliations

• Firms: KPK Law LLP
• Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006

Vern Krishna’s professional philosophy emphasizes thorough understanding of client needs, strategic approach to legal challenges, and dedication to excellence. His extensive experience ensures that clients receive the highest quality representation in their most critical matters.