Practice Area

Tax Law Lawyers

Tax attorneys advise individuals and businesses on federal, state, and international tax matters — including planning, IRS controversy, audits, and tax-court litigation.

25

Tax Law Attorneys

7

States Covered

4.3/5

Average Rating

19

Avg Years Experience

What tax law lawyers handle

  • IRS audits and appeals
  • Tax-court litigation
  • Offers in compromise
  • Innocent spouse relief
  • International tax (FBAR, FATCA)
  • Estate and gift tax
  • Business tax structuring

When to hire

When you receive an IRS notice you don't fully understand, before structuring a complex transaction, or any time the amount in dispute exceeds $10,000.

Typical fees

Hourly: $300–$700. Flat-fee audit representation: $2,500–$15,000. Tax court: $10,000+.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a tax law lawyer do?

Tax attorneys advise individuals and businesses on federal, state, and international tax matters — including planning, IRS controversy, audits, and tax-court litigation.

When should I hire a tax law lawyer?

When you receive an IRS notice you don't fully understand, before structuring a complex transaction, or any time the amount in dispute exceeds $10,000.

How much does a tax law lawyer cost?

Hourly: $300–$700. Flat-fee audit representation: $2,500–$15,000. Tax court: $10,000+.

CPA, EA, or tax attorney — who do I need?

CPAs and EAs are great for return preparation and routine IRS issues. A tax attorney is essential for tax court, criminal exposure, or matters where attorney-client privilege matters.

What is an offer in compromise?

An OIC is an IRS settlement that lets you resolve tax debt for less than the full amount owed if you can prove you cannot pay it in full. About 30–40% of submitted OICs are accepted.