IRS Asset Seizure
Protect your property from IRS enforcement by securing an asset seizure release and reclaiming what’s yours through strategic legal defense.
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Why Did The IRS Seize My Assets?
The IRS seizes assets when taxpayers fail to pay their tax liabilities after multiple warnings. Seized property can include wages, bank accounts, and even homes. However, taxpayers have the right to stop an IRS asset seizure through payment plans, settlements, or proving financial hardship. Legal representation can help protect valuable property from seizure.
Expert Tax Attorney Services for Asset Protection
At J David Tax Law, our experienced tax attorneys specialize in securing the release of IRS-seized assets, helping taxpayers regain control of their property. With four decades of collective experience, we have successfully represented clients across all 50 states, offering strategic legal solutions to stop IRS enforcement actions and recover seized assets.
Comprehensive Legal Strategies to Protect Your Assets
Immediate Action to Release Seized Assets
If the IRS has already seized your bank accounts, wages, real estate, or business assets, we take swift legal action to secure their release. Our team files Collection Due Process (CDP) appeals, Collection Appeal Program (CAP) requests, and hardship claims under I.R.C. § 6343, ensuring compliance with IRS procedures while fighting for your property.
Legal Grounds for Asset Seizure Release
We assess whether the IRS followed proper legal procedures and identify violations that may warrant an immediate release. Our attorneys argue for release based on wrongful seizure, economic hardship, or a pending tax resolution agreement such as an Installment Agreement or Offer in Compromise.Full-Service IRS Representation
We handle all IRS communications, negotiations, and appeals, ensuring you never deal with the IRS alone. Our attorneys leverage Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status, Innocent Spouse Relief, and Tax Debt Settlements to prevent future asset seizures and resolve your tax liabilities efficiently.A Trusted and Proven Tax Law Firm
As an A+ BBB Accredited business with over 500 five-star reviews, our firm has a national reputation for successfully defending taxpayers against IRS asset seizures. Our legal team has won multiple awards for tax resolution and asset recovery excellence.
Understand Your Rights and Legal Options To Stop IRS Asset Seizure
When taxpayers owe outstanding tax debt, the IRS has the authority to seize assets, including bank accounts, wages, real estate, and other property. Our legal team leverages key provisionsInternal Revenue Code (I.R.C.) provisions to help protect your assets from IRS seizure. Here’s what you need to know about your rights:
Protect Your Rights & Prevent IRS Asset Seizure
Right to Notice and Hearing Before Seizure (I.R.C. § 6330)
Before the IRS can seize your assets, they must provide a Notice of Intent to Levy, allowing you to challenge the action. You have the right to request a Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing, where you can dispute the levy, propose an alternative resolution, or present evidence of financial hardship. The seizure may be invalid if the IRS does not follow proper notification procedures.Our tax attorneys can file an appeal to stop the levy and protect your assets.
Restrictions on Seizures (I.R.C. § 6331)
The IRS is prohibited from seizing assets while you have a pending tax relief application, such as an Installment Agreement or Offer in Compromise. Additionally, the IRS must conduct a thorough investigation before proceeding with a seizure. If these requirements are unmet, our firm can challenge the seizure and work to release it.
Exempt Assets from Seizure (I.R.C. § 6334)
Certain assets are legally protected from IRS seizure, including necessary household items, business tools, and a portion of wages or Social Security benefits. If the IRS intends to seize a primary residence, they must obtain approval from a U.S. District Court judge or magistrate (judicial officer). Our tax attorneys can help determine whether your assets qualify for protection and take legal action if necessary.
Release of Wrongful or Hardship-Based Seizures (I.R.C. § 6343)
If an IRS seizure is wrongful or causes severe financial hardship, you have the right to request a levy release. Hardship occurs when losing an asset makes it impossible to cover essential living expenses, such as rent, food, or medical costs. Additionally, if the tax debt has been paid or the IRS made a procedural error, you may be eligible for asset recovery. Our legal team can file the necessary claims and advocate for the return of seized property.
How We Fight IRS Seizures and Protect Your Assets
Free Tax Consultation
We start with a free consultation to assess your case and determine the best legal strategy. If urgent, we take immediate steps to halt IRS enforcement.
Filing Appeals
Our attorneys file CDP hearings, CAP requests, and hardship claims to dispute wrongful seizures and fight for asset recovery.
Negotiation & Settlement
We negotiate Installment Agreements, Offers in Compromise, and CNC status to secure a levy release and resolve tax debt.
Asset Recovery & Future Protection
Once assets are released, we implement long-term tax solutions to prevent future seizures and maintain financial stability.
Free Tax Consultation
We start with a free consultation to assess your case and determine the best legal strategy. If urgent, we take immediate steps to halt IRS enforcement.
Filing Appeals
Our attorneys file CDP hearings, CAP requests, and hardship claims to dispute wrongful seizures and fight for asset recovery.
Negotiation & Settlement
We negotiate Installment Agreements, Offers in Compromise, and CNC status to secure a levy release and resolve tax debt.
Asset Recovery & Future Protection
Once assets are released, we implement long-term tax solutions to prevent future seizures and maintain financial stability.
“IRS asset seizures can be devastating, but with the right legal strategy, they can be reversed.”
Why You Need an IRS Attorney for Asset Seizure Protection
IRS asset seizures are one of the most aggressive collection tactics used against taxpayers, often resulting in the loss of bank accounts, wages, real estate, and business property. Unlike tax liens or wage garnishments, asset seizures involve direct confiscation and liquidation of property to satisfy tax debt, often leaving taxpayers with little time to react. Reversing a seizure is possible but requires a deep understanding of IRS procedures, legal arguments, and strategic negotiations.
At J David Tax Law, we conduct a detailed financial analysis, demonstrating hardship under I.R.C. § 6343, negotiating alternative resolutions, and ensuring exempt assets are not wrongfully seized. We also challenge seizures based on improper valuations, lack of due diligence, and IRS procedural errors, forcing the agency to reconsider or release levies. With decades of experience handling complex IRS enforcement cases, we provide a strategic, results-driven approach to asset seizure defense. Our tax law firm is committed to safeguarding your financial stability and fighting for your rights.
What Are Your Options If an IRS Asset Seizure Release Is Denied?
1. File an Appeal Through the Collection Appeals Program (CAP)
2. Request a Collection Due Process (CDP) Hearing
3. Prove Financial Hardship or Exempt Asset Status
4. Negotiate a New Resolution with the IRS
5. Take Legal Action in Tax Court
How can I protect assets from government seizures?
Taxpayers should stay compliant with tax obligations to protect assets from government seizures and address debts early. Legal strategies include filing appeals, negotiating settlements like Installment Agreements or Offers in Compromise, and proving financial hardship under I.R.C. § 6343. Call us at (888) 789-5011 to ensure a strong defense.
How Can J. David Tax Law Help Me Stop an IRS Asset Seizure?
At J. David Tax Law, we take immediate action to stop the seizure of assets and protect your property. Our tax lawyers file appeals, hardship claims (I.R.C. § 6343), and legal challenges to reverse wrongful seizures. We negotiate Installment Agreements, Offers in Compromise, and CNC status to prevent future enforcement. If the IRS violated procedures or seized exempt assets, we fight for a release. Let Us Defend Your Assets and Stop IRS Seizures Today!
What assets are exempt from IRS seizure?
Under I.R.C. § 6334, the IRS cannot seize necessary household items, clothing, and personal effects up to a set value. Tools of the trade, a portion of wages, Social Security, unemployment, and pension benefits are also protected. The IRS cannot take a primary residence without U.S. District Court approval, except for rental properties. Certain retirement accounts and life insurance policies may also be exempt. Legal representation can help protect exempt assets and challenge improper seizures.
How often does the IRS seize property?
The IRS has the authority to seize property to satisfy unpaid tax debts, but such actions are relatively rare. In Fiscal Year 2018, the IRS conducted 275 property seizures, a significant decrease from earlier years. By comparison, in Fiscal Year 2012, there were 733 seizures.
This decline reflects the IRS’s preference for less intrusive collection methods, such as liens and levies, over direct property seizures. However, the IRS may proceed with asset seizure when tax debt remains unpaid despite multiple collection notices. If you have received a collection notice, now is the critical time to act. Book your free tax consultation today to protect your assets.
Can the IRS take your house?
Yes, the IRS can seize your house, but it is rare and requires strict legal procedures. Under I.R.C. § 6334, the IRS cannot seize a primary residence without U.S. District Court approval. They must prove that no other assets are available to satisfy the debt. If you have received a Final Notice of Intent to Levy, you still have options to stop the seizure, appeal, or negotiate a resolution.
What happens when the IRS seizes your account?
When the IRS seizes your bank account, they issue a bank levy, freezing the funds and withdrawing money to satisfy your tax debt. Your bank must hold the funds for 21 days before sending them to the IRS, giving you a short window to challenge the levy or negotiate a release. If no action is taken, the IRS takes the funds permanently. If the IRS has seized your account, you still have options. We have successfully represented clients in all 50 states against IRS seizures. Contact us now to protect your assets and fight back.
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