Tax Audit Representation
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What is an Audit Defense?
Audit defense refers to professional legal services that help you when the IRS or state tax authority audits your tax return. You never know when you may need tax audit representation.
You may equate an audit defense to insurance for filing your tax return. For an extra fee, audit defense services will help you if you face an IRS or state audit.
Expert Audit Defense Services for IRS Tax Debt Relief
• Our tax attorneys act quickly, contacting the IRS to confirm deadlines and submitting essential documents like bank statements and receipts to avoid delays or penalties.
• If the audit uncovers unpaid taxes, we negotiate directly with the IRS to reduce your liability, exploring programs such as the Offer in Compromise or Innocent Spouse Relief to minimize the amount owed.
• Whether the audit is conducted by mail, in an IRS office, or at your business (field audit), we represent you at all stages, managing every communication with the IRS.
• If the audit outcome is not in your favor, J. David Tax Law attorneys will file appeals using IRS Form 12203 or 12153, giving you another opportunity to contest the findings.
• For cases where immediate payment is not possible, we help set up IRS Installment Agreements, allowing you to pay the debt over time and avoid further enforcement actions like levies or liens.
Don’t delay—our skilled tax audit defense attorneys are ready to step in and defend your finances. Get the best outcome now by contacting our tax audit attorneys today!
Tax Audit Representation by the Nations Top IRS Audit Attorneys
Our tax law professionals will support you throughout a tax audit defense when facing an IRS audit of your tax returns. The level of tax audit representation differs depending on the stages of the audit defense process.
Notable features of our tax audit representation include:
• Responding to audit notices on your behalf
• Defending your tax return to the IRS or state tax authority in audit hearings or sittings with auditors.
• Facilitating access to and supporting audit representatives or tax professionals and Enrolled Agents.
• Finding resolutions for tax debt and identifying theft associated with the audit.
• Handle payment of penalties or fees during audits arising from a tax professional’s mistake or software mistake when filing a return.
Our team of tax law professionals offers audit representation once the IRS has notified you that you are being audited. Get audit defense services covering your return for up to three years from the date the IRS accepts a return for a given tax year.
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Our Proven Process for Successful Audit Defense
Risk Assessment
First, we identify high-risk audit areas such as large deductions and complex tax positions.
Preparation of Strong Defense
We commence the analysis of the regulatory framework governing the audit issues as well as applicable tax laws.
Settlement & Resolution
We will examine the cause of disagreements with the tax authorities, and explain to the client if their views will prevail against the opinion of the IRS.
Tax Litigation
When a difference of opinion can’t be resolved during a tax audit, a taxpayer may file a tax appeal to get a final decision from a tribunal.
Risk Assessment
First, we identify high-risk audit areas such as large deductions and complex tax positions.
Preparation of Strong Defense
We commence the analysis of the regulatory framework governing the audit issues as well as applicable tax laws.
Settlement & Resolution
We will examine the cause of disagreements with the tax authorities, and explain to the client if their views will prevail against the opinion of the IRS.
Tax Litigation
When a difference of opinion can’t be resolved during a tax audit, a taxpayer may file a tax appeal to get a final decision from a tribunal.
We offer expert relief to help you stop garnishments and reclaim your financial stability.
Why Do You Need a Professional Tax Advocate?
When selected for a tax audit, you may feel overwhelmed by the terminology and procedures. Your attorney can even tell when an IRS agent/auditor may be digging deeper into your tax return for possible criminal intent. In such a situation, getting the information early will prove invaluable in defending a criminal charge. If your tax audit pans out unfavorably, you will end up paying back taxes, interest, penalties, and criminal charges.
“A tax defense attorney can be the difference in getting a fair hearing and treatment throughout an audit.”
Through negotiations, a tax law expert can help you reduce your total tax liability. The best approach is to avoid waiting until after the auditor has decided to defend a position. A tax defense attorney will defend your rights and the merits of your case.
Specialized Assistance for All Types of IRS Tax Audits
Correspondence Audits
Simple Letter Audit
Office Audit
Field Audit
Line-by-Line Audit
Can I Lower My Risk of Being Audited?
What must I do if I receive a tax audit notice?
When you receive a tax audit notice, you must not ignore it. Immediately reach out to a tax professional from J. David Tax Law to fully understand your rights and start preparing your responses.
Can I handle an IRS audit on my own?
What are my rights when dealing with the IRS?
You have rights outlined in the law both when paying taxes and facing an audit. Some of the rights include:
• The right to a clear explanation of tax laws, IRS procedures, IRS decisions and outcomes of these decisions.
• The right to courteous, prompt, and professional treatment from the IRS.
• The right to representation by an authorized representative of your choice
• The right to challenge IRS decisions and appeal its decisions in a tax court.
What documentation do I need to provide for a tax audit?
How long will the tax audit process take?
The length of time an IRS audit will take varies widely depending on specific issues under examination and the type of audit. A correspondence audit may take just a few months to resolve whereas a field audit may take longer than a year for more complex unpaid taxes.
What happens after the conclusion of a tax audit?
Once you have been selected for an audit, there can be three possible outcomes:
• The IRS or state tax authority accepts the requested information and the audit ends.
• The IRS proposes a change to your tax return that you agree with.
• You disagree with the proposed IRS changes and you challenge the assessment.
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