James Dudbridge

James Dudbridge is a Director at ForrestBrown Limited, a UK-based innovation incentives consultancy.12 He leads the company's tax advisory practice called FB Consulting, providing expertise in R&D tax relief to businesses and accountants.4

As the head of FB Consulting, Dudbridge oversees a range of services including:

1. R&D tax relief
2. Patent Box
3. Grants
4. Capital allowances
5. Advisory services

Dudbridge's role involves supporting clients of various sizes with complex challenges, dispute resolution, strategic planning, and team development.3 He emphasizes the importance of creativity and a tailored approach to each project, rather than following established patterns.3

Prior to his current position, Dudbridge worked as a solicitor specializing in tax.3 His background in law contributes to his expertise in handling tax disputes, including a notable victory at the First-tier Tribunal for ForrestBrown.1

Dudbridge is known for his approach to tax advisory work, which focuses on:

1. Providing value to clients
2. Thinking laterally to solve complex problems
3. Clearly explaining information to help clients make informed decisions3

At ForrestBrown, Dudbridge works with a team of 120 professionals, including chartered tax advisers, accountants, lawyers, sector specialists, and former HMRC inspectors.2 The company has been recognized as one of The Sunday Times best small companies to work for in 2018, 2019, and 2020.2