Tax Law Attorneys
There are 222 tax law attorneys and law firms listed nationwide. Compare ratings and locations below, or narrow by state to find a tax lawyer near you.
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What is a tax lawyer?
Tax law governs how individuals and businesses are taxed and how to resolve problems with the IRS or state tax agencies. A tax attorney helps with audits, back taxes, liens and levies, offers in compromise, and disputes — protecting your interests and negotiating manageable solutions.
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Tax Law legal guides
Plain-English answers to common tax law questions, before you call a lawyer.
- How to Respond to an IRS Audit Notice: A Step-by-Step Guide
Got an IRS audit letter? Read the notice, identify the audit type, note the deadline, gather only the records requested, and decide whether to bring in a tax attorney before you respond.
- What Is IRS Currently Not Collectible Status and Do You Qualify?
IRS currently not collectible status pauses active collection when paying would leave you unable to cover basic living expenses. Learn who qualifies and how it compares to a payment plan or settlement.
- What Happens If You Don't File Your Tax Return? Unfiled Returns and How to Catch Up
Not filing a tax return triggers penalties, interest, and IRS-prepared substitute returns. This guide explains the consequences and the step-by-step path to filing back taxes and getting compliant.
- Can the IRS Garnish My Wages? How Wage Levies Work and How to Stop Them
Yes, the IRS can garnish your wages through a continuous wage levy after notice. This guide explains how a levy is triggered, how much the IRS can take, and how to release or prevent it.
- IRS Installment Agreements: How to Get on a Payment Plan
An IRS installment agreement lets you pay tax debt in monthly amounts instead of all at once. Here is how to qualify, which type fits your balance, and how to apply online or by mail.
- Federal Tax Liens and Levies: What They Mean and What to Do
A federal tax lien is the IRS's legal claim against your property; a tax levy is the actual seizure of your wages, bank account, or other assets. This guide explains the difference, the warning notices, and how to respond.
- Innocent Spouse Relief vs. Injured Spouse Relief: What's the Difference?
Innocent spouse relief frees you from joint tax liability for your spouse's errors on a joint return; injured spouse relief recovers your share of a refund the IRS took for your spouse's separate debt. Here's how to tell them apart.
- Trust Fund Recovery Penalty: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
The trust fund recovery penalty lets the IRS collect unpaid payroll taxes personally from business owners and others, equal to 100% of the unpaid withheld amount. Here is how it works and how to respond.
- IRS Offer in Compromise: What It Is and How to Apply
An IRS offer in compromise lets some taxpayers settle a federal tax debt for less than the full amount owed. Here is who qualifies, how the IRS decides, and how to apply.
- What Is Tax Law? A Complete Guide to IRS Issues, Tax Debt, and Your Legal Options
Tax law covers your rights and obligations with the IRS and state tax agencies, from audits and back taxes to liens, levies, and settlement options. This guide explains how IRS problems unfold and the legal options for resolving them.
Tax Law Attorneys — FAQ
Do I need a tax lawyer?
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If your situation involves tax law matters — especially when money, deadlines, or your legal rights are at stake — speaking with a tax law attorney early helps protect your options. Most offer a free initial consultation, so you can get an honest read on your case before committing. Browse the 222 tax law firms below and filter by state, city, and rating.
How do I choose a tax lawyer near me?
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Compare each firm's Google rating, number of reviews, location, and hours, then request a consultation. Many tax law attorneys offer a free initial consultation, so you can discuss your case before committing.
How much does a tax lawyer cost?
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Tax lawyers usually bill hourly or charge a flat fee for a defined matter, such as audit representation or an offer in compromise. For work billed by the hour, our free Lawyer Cost Estimator shows average lawyer rates by practice area and state (Clio, 2026). Get the fee agreement in writing before work begins.
Are these tax law listings verified?
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Listings come from public business data. Each shows the firm's address, phone number, and Google rating where available. We don't independently verify listings. Before hiring any lawyer, confirm their license and disciplinary history with your state bar's attorney search. This directory offers general information only and is not legal advice.