What Can a Tax Attorney Do for You?
A tax attorney helps with audits, tax disputes, estate planning, business tax issues, and negotiating with tax authorities. They offer legal advice when tax consequences have serious financial or legal risk.
When to hire a tax lawyer
- IRS or tax authority audit
- Tax debt settlement or offer in compromise
- Complex estate planning or inheritance tax issues
- Business tax disputes and multi-state filings
Tax attorney vs accountant
Accountants prepare returns and manage bookkeeping, while tax attorneys provide legal strategy, resolve disputes, and represent you in negotiations or court.
How to prepare for an initial consultation
Bring your most recent tax returns, notification letters from the tax agency, financial statements, and a written summary of the issue. This helps the attorney evaluate your case quickly and recommend the best approach.