Tax attorneys are finance professionals who are exceptionally knowledgeable when it comes to local, state, and federal tax laws, regulations, and policies. They can assist in preparing tax returns and represent clients in disputes with tax authorities.

These attorneys can advise a client on:

• Tax implications of estate transfers
• Property acquisitions
• Business transactions
• Tax implications of different types of businesses

They will know how to take advantage of the many different kinds of deductions, credits, and exemptions you may qualify for.

A tax attorney can help people deal with audits from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and they can serve as advocates in court when the IRS is pursuing an invalid claim. They can file appeals of tax court decisions and communicate on your behalf with IRS officials.

Tax attorneys help businesses of all sizes save money by taking advantage of tax credits. They can also advise people on the best ways to implement tax payment strategies.

When the IRS does not respond to a person’s attempts to correct a mistake, a tax attorney can help draft a letter to the agency that will get their attention. They will also know which branches of the IRS to reach out to and begin negotiating over the phone with the agency.

The best option for most people often relies on word of mouth. Ask your friends and family members if they have any experience with tax attorneys and who they recommend.

Do not be afraid to use Google or another search engine to search for tax attorneys on your own. Be mindful of reviews the attorney has received and how well they are rated.

Some of the specific areas that you should factor into your choice of a tax attorney should include:

• How long the attorney has been in practice
• Whether their firm handles cases similar to yours
• If they are willing to present you with a plan of action for your case
• Whether the attorney is a member of a professional legal association

Also, be sure to question how the tax attorney will charge you, determining whether they charge an hourly fee or a flat rate.

When you speak to a tax attorney, be sure to ask them for references.

When you have a federal tax debt, you will usually receive a notice from the IRS through snail mail. The IRS does not email, text, or contact you via telephone or social media.

The IRS has an online tool on its website that lets people check the status of their federal tax accounts. The tool will update interest and penalties every 24 hours, although it can take up to three weeks for a payment to post.

Going to the IRS’s online account page allows taxpayers to file, pay, or monitor their tax payments and view amounts they owe, pay online or set up an online payment agreement, access tax records, and review the past 18 months of payment history. You can try calling the IRS at (800) 829-1040, but it can often be difficult to get somebody on the phone.

The IRS typically allows 10 years from the date of the first notification to complete collection of back taxes and three years from a filing date to notify people of taxes they owe. Other signs that you may owe the IRS include your wages being garnished, receiving a property lien, or not receiving a tax refund.

Certified public accountants are state-board licensed accounting professionals who specialize in business, finance, and taxation, but tax lawyers are legal professionals specializing in tax rules and regulations. CPA requirements vary by state, but they typically must pass an American Institute for Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)-administered CPA exam, and have at least 150 college credits, as well as work experience, while a tax attorney must earn a Juris Doctor (J.D.) law degree and pass the certificate of state bar association exam.

A CPA usually handles financial accounting, bookkeeping, auditing, tax preparation, and tax planning. A tax attorney can resolve legal disputes and other controversies relating to tax law.

The CPA usually works to avoid tax issues, while the tax lawyer resolves tax issues. When it comes to IRS disputes, a CPA can represent people before the IRS but does not have any legal experience, while a tax lawyer regularly represents people before the IRS and has significant experience doing so. A CPA usually cannot represent a person in a tax court, but a tax lawyer can represent taxpayers in a tax court.

When you are dealing with possible criminal charges relating to a tax issue, a tax attorney also affords a person confidentiality. Any information you provide a tax attorney will be protected by client-attorney privilege, and lawyers cannot testify against you.

A tax attorney can use their knowledge and experience to help people deal with the IRS on several different matters. They can negotiate tax settlements and explore additional options for tax forgiveness.

When you have an IRS conflict, a tax attorney can identify the precise source of the problem and identify all possible solutions. They can exhaustively review all documents to find possible solutions.

A tax attorney will communicate with the IRS on your behalf and also process all notices you receive from the IRS. The tax attorney can communicate effectively with the agency and work towards a solution.

A tax attorney will give you the best chance of achieving an acceptable tax settlement. They can negotiate installment payments or offers in compromise.

Tax attorneys can also achieve removals of wage garnishments or tax levies as well as lien releases. They can be especially helpful for people who are seeking an offer in compromise.

An offer in compromise is a common option for people who have no way of paying tax debts in full. An offer in compromise may allow you to settle a tax debt for less than what you owe.

You are certainly attempt to negotiate with the IRS on your own, however, many people don’t have the knowledge or expertise in navigating tax relief and resolution programs. Many even find it difficult to get somebody on the phone at the IRS to discuss their tax situation.

If you miss a deadline, you can be at risk of the IRS levying your accounts. If you do not have much knowledge of tax law, you are going to be at a distinct disadvantage in any negotiating session since the IRS agent is going to know what you owe and can work to make sure you pay as much as possible.

Key Tax Group has 35 years of combined experience handling tax matters. We have resolved more than $175 million in tax debt for our clients.

We are a full-service tax resolution firm that is accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) with an “A” rating. We pride ourselves on finding tax resolutions to even the most complex tax issues.

We encourage you to read some of our many five-star reviews to get an idea of the impact we have.

Key Tax Group helps many clients qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Program, which was designed to help give many first-time tax offenders the opportunity to set things right. We also understand how to help people overcome wage garnishments.

Our firm also assists people dealing with tax audits for the first time. We can help you obtain an offer in compromise that allows you to pay back only a portion of your tax debt.

You will want to work with Key Tax Group because we can immediately step in and begin handling all communication with the IRS and state tax agencies. We will help guide you through the process by assisting in gathering all required documentation and fully protecting your rights every step of the way.