Irvine, California-Based Attorney for Tax Audits, Guidance and Representation
If you have received an IRS audit letter or a phone call from the agent or any tax authority, it can be critical to contact an experienced tax lawyer right away— preferably one who practices exclusively in tax controversy. Among the more common challenges I strive to help people overcome are:
- IRS audits and appeals, including audits directed at proving tax fraud
- California sales tax or estate tax audit
- Unfiled tax returns, movement of assets to offshore bank accounts, or payment of payroll taxes
- Tax preparer penalties for any of a range of alleged violations
Skilled, Assertive Representation in Tax Appeals, Negotiations and Litigation
I provide in-depth analysis of your situation, the benefit of years of experience, and aggressive defense of your rights. Additional services you can turn to me for include:
- Complete tax audit representation, whether you are suspected of tax evasion or other violations of the state or federal tax codes, including failure to file tax returns, or pay taxes owned
- Defense and action when you are dealing with an unreasonable compensation charge, a wrongful disclosure suit, a wrongful levy claim or jeopardy assessment
- Negotiation toward an installment payment plan, an offer-in-compromise, or other remedy if you ultimately do owe the government money
- Petitioning for lien release, levy release, asset seizure prevention, and IRS penalty abatements
- Innocent spouse relief or non-collectible status application
- Guidance on California residency issues, as well as hobby losses being investigated
- Skilled representation in all forms of tax litigation — including appeals division hearings and tax crime defense
- Thoroughly prepared pursuit and defense of your interests in district court or the court of federal claims
- Informed legal guidance on the tax impact of bankruptcy
- Protection from excessive tax liability if you are facing home foreclosure
Talk To Me Before You Talk To IRS Agents or Anyone Else Investigating You
When the IRS or a California tax agent contacts you, you need veteran legal counsel by an attorney focused exclusively on taxation of small businesses and individuals. I am here to get you the best result at the lowest cost. For your own immediate and long-term protection, please turn to me as soon as possible — to ensure you meet deadlines, explore all options, and have an important resource by your side.
