Angelina Lagana
About Angelina Lagana
Angelina Lagana serves as the National Lead Partner for Tax Dispute Resolution & Controversy at KPMG Law in Australia, bringing over 21 years of experience in tax controversy and dispute resolution. She advises large corporations and high-net-worth individuals on tax issues and has a history of representing the Australian Taxation Office in legal appeals.
Work at KPMG Australia
Angelina Lagana serves as the National Lead Partner for Tax Dispute Resolution & Controversy at KPMG Law in Australia. She has held this position since 2021 and has been a Partner in the same department since 2015. In her role, she advises large corporates, multinationals, and high wealth individuals on managing complex tax issues throughout the tax value chain. Lagana maintains strong communication with the Commissioner of the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and has represented the ATO in tax appeals in both the Federal Court and the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.
Education and Expertise
Angelina Lagana has over 21 years of experience in tax controversy and dispute resolution. She has developed expertise in advising clients on tax-related issues, leveraging her extensive background in law and tax consultancy. Her previous roles include significant positions at Maddocks and PwC, where she honed her skills in tax disputes and controversy. Lagana's experience encompasses a broad range of tax matters, making her a knowledgeable resource in her field.
Background
Angelina Lagana began her career as a Tax Consultant and Tax Controversy Lawyer at PwC from 2000 to 2003. She then worked at Maddocks as a Lawyer and Associate in Tax Disputes from 2004 to 2005. Lagana continued at Maddocks as a Senior Associate in Tax Controversy from 2006 to 2014. She briefly returned to KPMG Australia as Special Counsel/Director in Tax Controversy & Dispute Resolution for eight months in 2014 before taking on her current leadership role.
Achievements
Angelina Lagana has made significant contributions to the field of tax dispute resolution and controversy. She has represented the Australian Taxation Office in various tax appeals, showcasing her legal expertise. Additionally, she advocates for diversity and inclusion within KPMG as a member of the Diversity and Inclusion Board and People Advisory Board, reflecting her commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.