Los Angeles Tax Attorney
Tax problems can escalate quickly. If you’ve received a notice from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB), you may be facing an audit, tax debt, penalties, liens, or enforced collection actions.
At Defense Tax Partners, our Los Angeles tax attorneys represent individuals, business owners, professionals, and high-net-worth clients in complex federal and California tax matters. We provide strategic legal defense, confidential representation, and aggressive negotiation designed to protect your assets and reduce your liability.
Call Defense Tax Partners at (310) 734-4481 for your Free Consultation with a Los Angeles Tax Attorney!
Why Hire a Tax Attorney Instead of Handling It Yourself?
Tax issues are legal matters, not just accounting problems.
When the IRS or FTB initiates action, you could face:
- Wage garnishment
- Bank levies
- Federal or state tax liens
- Business asset seizure
- Passport restrictions
- Civil or criminal tax investigations
A tax attorney provides:
- Attorney-client privilege protection
- Direct representation before federal and state tax authorities
- Strategic negotiation leverage
- Audit and litigation defense
- Protection from aggressive collection activity
Early legal intervention often prevents escalation and significantly improves resolution outcomes.
Defense Tax Partners provides taxpayers throughout Los Angeles County, from Downtown to Hollywood, Pasadena to Santa Monica, Glendale to Long Beach, with the following tax services.
IRS Audit Defense & Representation
An IRS audit can be stressful and intimidating. We manage the entire process for you, so you feel supported and reassured.
We represent clients in:
- Correspondence audits
- Office audits
- Field audits
- Business audits
- High-income examinations
- Complex deduction disputes
Our approach includes:
- Reviewing IRS notices and transcripts
- Organizing financial documentation
- Identifying errors in IRS calculations
- Preparing legal responses
- Negotiating reduced assessments
You do not have to face the IRS alone.
Tax Debt Relief & Settlement Options
If you owe back taxes, you have options. The key is identifying which resolution strategy fits your financial situation.
Offer in Compromise
An Offer in Compromise allows qualifying taxpayers to settle tax debt for less than the full balance owed. We prepare detailed financial disclosures and negotiate aggressively to secure the most favorable resolution possible.
Installment Agreements
Structured payment plans can stop levies and garnishments while allowing manageable monthly payments.
Currently Not Collectible Status
If paying would create financial hardship, collection efforts may be temporarily suspended.
Penalty Abatement
We request the removal of penalties when reasonable cause exists, which could save thousands of dollars.
Every case requires a customized legal strategy. There is no “one-size-fits-all” solution.
California State Tax Representation
California tax enforcement can be as aggressive or more aggressive than federal tax enforcement.
We represent clients in matters involving:
- State income tax audits
- Sales and use tax disputes
- Payroll tax issues
- State tax liens and levies
- Estimated tax penalties
- Residency disputes
Many clients face simultaneous federal and state tax problems. When this is the case, we coordinate defense strategies to address both efficiently and strategically.
Tax Liens, Levies & Wage Garnishments
If you’ve received a Final Notice of Intent to Levy or notice of a filed tax lien, immediate action is critical.
A tax lien can:
- Damage your credit
- Prevent refinancing or property sales
- Impact your business operations
A levy can:
- Freeze your bank accounts
- Garnish your wages
- Seize your assets
We request Collection Due Process hearings, file appeals, negotiate releases, and work to prevent asset seizure whenever possible.
Time matters. The sooner you act, the more options are available.
Tax Litigation & U.S. Tax Court Representation
When a tax dispute cannot be resolved administratively, litigation may be required. We represent clients before the United States Tax Court and in other appropriate legal forums.
Tax litigation may involve:
- Challenging deficiency notices
- Disputed audit findings
- Large business tax assessments
- Defending fraud allegations
- Complex partnership or corporate tax matters
Our firm prepares petitions, develops evidentiary strategies, and advocates aggressively to protect your financial interests.
Business Tax Attorney Services
Los Angeles business owners face unique tax risks, particularly in industries such as real estate, entertainment, professional services, construction, and e-commerce.
We assist businesses in Los Angeles with:
- Payroll tax defense
- Trust Fund Recovery Penalty defense
- Corporate and partnership audits
- Employment tax disputes
- Entity structuring and compliance
- Tax planning and risk mitigation
Business tax problems can threaten your operations, cash flow, and reputation. We work to protect your company while pursuing a resolution.
Innocent Spouse Relief
If your spouse or former spouse created tax liability without your knowledge or involvement, you may qualify for Innocent Spouse Relief.
We can evaluate your eligibility and prepare a detailed submission demonstrating:
- Your lack of knowledge of the liability
- Economic hardship
- Equitable considerations
If you qualify, your liability for the debt may be reduced or eliminated entirely.
High-Net-Worth & Complex Tax Matters
Los Angeles professionals and high-income individuals often face:
- Large deficiency notices
- Multi-year audits
- Foreign asset reporting issues
- Cryptocurrency reporting disputes
- Complex business pass-through income challenges
We provide sophisticated legal representation designed for high-stakes tax disputes.
Full-Service Tax Attorneys in Los Angeles
With Defense Tax Partners, you have expert lawyers by your side who are not just sharp and aggressive when it comes to managing your case and representing you in court but also compassionate and dedicated to helping you gain control over your financial life as soon as possible. We are a passionate team of highly-seasoned lawyers specializing in Los Angeles tax law. You can trust that we will handle your case with the utmost professionalism and commitment, just as you are committed to fixing your financial life.
Here’s a shortlist of the focused legal services we offer:
If you’re searching for a Los Angeles tax lawyer near you, we are ready to provide experienced legal guidance.
Call Us Today For a Confidential Consultation
Tax issues rarely resolve themselves. The longer they remain unaddressed, the more aggressive collection efforts may become.
Our Los Angeles tax attorneys help clients:
- Stop levies and garnishments
- Protect homes and businesses
- Reduce tax debt
- Challenge improper assessments
- Resolve federal and California tax disputes
Call Defense Tax Partners at (310) 734-4481 for your Free Consultation with a Tax Attorney in Los Angeles!
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I hire a tax attorney?
As soon as you receive an audit notice, a large tax bill, a levy notice, or an investigation letter.
Can a tax attorney reduce what I owe?
Possibly. Settlement programs, such as Offers in Compromise or penalty abatement, may reduce your total liability, depending on eligibility.
What if I can’t afford to pay my tax debt?
An installment agreement or hardship status may avoid enforced collection.
Do you represent businesses?
Yes. We represent corporations, partnerships, LLCs, and sole proprietors.
Is my consultation confidential?
Yes. Communications with a tax attorney are protected by the attorney-client privilege.
