Jaffe & Co has been providing comprehensive tax preparation and advisory services for American expatriates living in the UK and around the world for over 40 years. We are a small family-run firm and one of the longest-running independent US/UK tax advisors in the UK. Our partners are both US-born and understand the reality of, and issues facing, US taxpayers abroad.
Our clients are all shapes and sizes but for all of them our goal is to help them navigate the complexities of both tax systems and reduce their liability to the minimum allowed by law. We ensure that the two sides are coordinated as efficiently as possible in terms of both the tax incurred and the paperwork involved. We believe the longevity of our client base reflects the high-quality, friendly, and personal service that we provide and the knowledge and expertise of our members.
The firm was founded as American Tax International, Inc. in 1981 by Robert E. Meunier after completing his training with Ernst & Young. At Ernst & Young, Robert became a Senior Tax Manager in the expatriate tax department where he was recognized for his outstanding ability and contribution to the firm. In late 1999, American Tax International Inc. merged with Jaffe & Co to form one of the leading US expatriate accounting firms outside of the Big Four. Operating from its new premises in Camden Town, North London, the firm continues to provide state-of-the-art tax services at a fraction of the cost of our major competitors.
(Attorney at Law), BA JD
Bruce is a licensed attorney in the State of Alabama, a recognized foreign law consultant in the UK, and is authorized to practice before the IRS and the US Federal District Court system. Awarded a BA degree from the University of Alabama in 1978, he then graduated with honors from the Cumberland School of Law, Samford University. Admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1981, he has been practicing US and international tax for more than 20 years. He spends his spare time enjoying classic cars and playing bass guitar in his blues band.
BSc (Hons) Econ
Daniel read Economics at the London School of Economic and Political Science, graduating with First Class Honours, and began his career at the London branch of the Rothschild family investment bank. He is the first contact for all new clients joining Jaffe & Co, and is an expert on issues relating to “delinquent” filers: renunciation of US citizenship, foreign tax credits, Controlled Foreign Corporations and Passive Foreign Investment Companies. He has published writing on US tax in the FOCUS expat community magazine, been interviewed by the BBC World Service and given seminars on US expat tax at the London HQs of several blue-chip tech companies. In his spare time he enjoys cycling and playing squash.
B. Econ
Robert received his training with Ernst & Young and has more than 40 years experience in US expatriate tax preparation. As one of the world’s leading experts in US expatriate taxation, he consults regularly with the IRS general counsel’s office in resolving complex practical tax return issues arising from on-going changes to the expatriate tax compliance regime. Robert has written extensively on US tax laws for several publications in the UK. He has on several occasions been a guest speaker for the American Chamber of Commerce in London. He is also a professional lute player.
BA (Hons), ATT, EA
Chris previously worked for more than 20 years with one of the leading London-based dual US and UK tax advisers outside of the Big Four. He has a wide range of experience including UK residence and domicile issues, business entity reporting, and US and UK tax treatment of worldwide investment income. Chris enjoys music, films and games in his spare time.
LLB (Hons) ATT, CTA, EA
Paul has worked for more than 18 years at London-based dual US/UK tax advisers including in one of the Big 4 and other leading practices. He has extensive experience in US/UK taxation including expatriation, taxation of investment income and capital gains, and UK residence and domicile tax issues. Paul enjoys football and spending time with his family in his spare time.
MEng (Hons), CTA, ATT, EA
Robin has over 15 years of experience in US/UK personal tax, having started his career at Frank Hirth in 2008 and continuing with EY following its acquisition. He advises on a wide range of issues including the US/UK tax treaty, delinquent filers, investment income, expatriation, residence and domicile, and pensions. A Chartered Tax Adviser and Enrolled Agent, he is currently pursuing a Diploma in Tax Technology. In his spare time, Robin enjoys playing badminton, practising krav maga, and relaxing at the piano with his family.
Our motto: "Never ignore a letter from the IRS (or HMRC)"