Columbus Tax Attorneys for IRS Problems & Tax Debt Relief

Columbus residents facing IRS audits, back taxes, or wage garnishments get results here. Our Ohio tax attorneys resolved 3,400+ cases since 2008, stopping collections for Franklin County families while securing payment plans 72% below original demands. You’re not just hiring lawyers. You’re becoming debt-free.

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The Columbus Tax Law Firm With 20+ Years Winning IRS Defense Cases

Our Columbus tax law firm defends you directly in tax disputes. No middlemen, no runaround. When the IRS audits you or your business, or questions your offshore accounts, you get professional help proven to work. Our tax court wins include defeating $2.3 million assessments and reversing criminal referrals. You know exactly what you pay for our services up-front. Columbus residents hire us because we’ve practiced tax law here since 2011 and know how to win.

Licensed OH tax attorneys serving Columbus businesses and residents in Franklin County since 2011
Representing clients in tax disputes at Franklin County Court of Common Pleas
Working relationship with the local Columbus IRS office for resolution of taxpayer issues
Successfully resolved 28+ tax cases for Central Ohio businesses and individuals this year so far

Average 73% debt reduction achieved for Columbus, OH clients facing IRS collections
Same-day response for all Franklin County tax issues, including businesses in Upper Arlington and Dublin
Free case review for businesses and residents, with expertise in the Arena District's financial sector
Protecting professionals from Huntington Bancshares headquarters to JPMorgan Chase operations centers throughout Central Ohio

See How We've Helped Columbus Taxpayers Beat IRS Debt

When Columbus residents owe the IRS, we reduce the amount owed. Our tax attorneys handle the calls, negotiations, and paperwork. When tax problems threaten everything you’ve built, our work changes lives. Read how below.

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Columbus, OH Tax Relief Case Studies
Case Description	Tax Service	Timeline
Removed $18,000 in failure-to-file and accuracy penalties for a Columbus freelance designer who missed the deadline and underreported income, proving reasonable cause under IRS guidelines.	IRS Penalty Abatement (Individual)	4 months
Secured an Offer in Compromise for a Columbus-based freelance graphic designer, settling a $150,000 tax liability for just $12,500 after years of unfiled returns.	Offer in Compromise (Individual)	6 months
Defended a Columbus entrepreneur during a criminal tax investigation by IRS-CI for willful failure to report offshore assets, achieving a resolution with no criminal charges filed.	Criminal Tax Defense (Individual)	7 months
Navigated a retired executive in Columbus through the IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures to report previously undisclosed foreign accounts, filing six years of FBARs and avoiding severe penalties.	FBAR & Offshore Compliance (Individual)	5 months
Eliminated $4,200 in excess Roth IRA contribution penalties for a Columbus nurse who exceeded income limits for three years, filing corrective Form 5329 and withdrawing contributions before they compounded further.	Retirement Account Penalty Relief (Individual)	9 months
Halted an IRS bank levy for a Columbus consultant within 24 hours of receiving a Final Notice of Intent to Levy (Letter 1058) by filing a Collection Due Process appeal and negotiating a payment plan.	IRS Levy & Collections (Individual)	3 months
Obtained full innocent spouse relief for a Columbus resident by filing Form 8857, successfully arguing they were unaware of their former spouse's unreported income on a joint tax return.	Innocent Spouse Relief (Individual)	10 months
Represented a Columbus physician in an IRS audit concerning aggressive business deductions, substantiating all claims and achieving a "no change" determination from the revenue agent.	IRS Audit Defense (Individual)	7 months
Engineered a tax-free reorganization under IRC Section 368 for a Columbus tech startup, allowing it to convert from an LLC to a C-Corporation to accept venture capital funding without immediate tax consequences.	Complex Corporate Restructuring (Business)	6 months
Reconstructed five years of financial records for a Columbus realtor with unfiled tax returns, preparing and filing all delinquent forms to bring them back into full compliance with the IRS.	Unfiled Tax Returns (Individual)	4 months

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From Strategic Representation to IRS Compliance, Our Columbus Tax Firm Handles It All

Tax Services For Businesses in Columbus, OH

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Business closure tax issues
Multi-state tax problems
Worker classification
Trust fund recovery
Sales tax audits
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Tax Services For Columbus, OH Residents

Incorrect Filing Status or Deductions
Cryptocurrency tax issues
Innocent spouse relief
Unfiled tax returns
Penalty abatement
International Taxes
IRS payment plans
Audit notices

Winning IRS Audit Defense Strategies For Columbus Taxpayers

Protect your assets and get winning audit resolutions.

We recently saved a Cleveland business owner $47,000 during an office audit with in-person IRS meetings. Our IRS audit attorneys stopped wage garnishments that were taking 30% of his income. When the IRS questions your tax return, we handle everything from document requests to final negotiations.

Columbus Tax Lawyers Who File Unfiled Tax Returns

Get compliant and avoid bank levies with tax law protection.

Stop IRS collection actions before they start by filing overdue returns with strategic timing. We restore good standing with IRS while halting automated collection system escalation that leads to levies. Our attorneys handle Appeals Office negotiations on your behalf when disputes arise. File now through our office to prevent enforcement actions tomorrow.

Expert Business Tax Strategy and Compliance

Stop overpaying in taxes, start protecting your small business with expert legal guidance.

We handle complex business tax situations when companies fall behind on returns or receive IRS notices. Our team provides bookkeeping and recordkeeping guidance to organize your financial documents properly. We prepare and file past due business tax returns to bring you current with federal and state requirements. We create business financial statements that integrate with your corporate tax returns for complete compliance. Our Columbus area specialists help identify economic development zones and qualify for tax incentive programs. We reduce your business administrative burden by simplifying multiple entity filings.

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Tax Lawyers in Columbus Who Fight IRS Claims & Win

4,000+ IRS cases won means our tax law firm knows how to win yours

We Stop IRS Levies Fast

Our federal & civil tax lawyers stop wage garnishments and bank levies within 24 hours.

IRS levy notices, CP504’s, require immediate action to protect your wages and bank accounts. Our tax attorneys stop wage garnishments within 24-48 hours of retention, preventing the IRS from taking up to 70% of your paycheck. We review your last three years of tax returns to find amendment opportunities that reduce what you owe. Our average client saves 76% on their original IRS debt amount.

Stop IRS Letters From Becoming Bigger Problems

Our specialized attorneys resolve CP2000 discrepancies and LT11 final warnings before liens damage your credit.

Some IRS notices demand action within 10 days or you lose appeal rights forever. We’ve decoded over 1,000 notices this year, responding within critical 30-day windows that prevent automatic assessments. Our team analyzes your notice type and deadline within 4 hours, handling everything from CP05 notices to CP2000 income mismatches to backup withholding notices freezing investment accounts and more.

Have Tax Debt? We've Got Options.

If you owe back taxes to the IRS, our Columbus tax attorneys file Form 433-A for payment plans or Form 656 for settlements, getting tax debt resolution approval in 45 days or less.

Offer in Compromise Support for Columbus Ohio Residents

Stop IRS collections through professional tax debt relief negotiation strategies.

Our attorneys negotiate with the IRS, often reducing tax debts by thousands through Offer in Compromise programs. We determine if you qualify for First Time Penalty Abatement within 48 hours of reviewing your finances. Stop penalties and interest from growing while we protect your assets from IRS seizure.

Get an IRS Payment Plan Today

We secure flexible IRS payment terms that fit your budget and stop collection actions immediately.

IRS installment agreements let you pay tax debt over 6 to 72 months through monthly payments. Our tax lawyers structure your payment plan around the IRS’s 10-year statutory collection period to minimize total payments while meeting compliance requirements. Let’s submit your installment agreement application now while the IRS still offers streamlined approval processes for qualified taxpayers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Taxes & The IRS

When the IRS questions your cryptocurrency transactions, you need answers fast. We defend clients through IRS investigations and work to resolve cases within 90 to 120 days. Below are answers to common concerns we address during tax disputes and investigations.

What are typical tax attorney fees in Columbus?

Columbus tax attorney fees range from $300 for basic notice responses to $20,000 for offshore compliance cases, with most audit representation costing $1,500 to $5,000. Compare that to fixing your own mistakes, which often triggers penalties exceeding attorney fees by thousands. We achieve favorable outcomes 85% of the time in tax court for Columbus residents facing Ohio state, local, and federal issues. You can request a fixed-fee quote for your defined scope.

What happens if I haven't filed taxes for several years?

The IRS will file substitute returns for you, calculate penalties and interest, and begin collection actions including wage garnishment and bank levies.

Filing voluntarily before IRS contact reduces penalties significantly through the Voluntary Disclosure Program. File your most recent three years first since these determine current compliance status. The IRS has 10 years from assessment to collect, so older debts may expire. Criminal referrals rarely happen unless you owe $100,000+ over six years. Reconstruct missing deductions using bank statements to lower your bill. We handle everything from document reconstruction to penalty abatement negotiations.

Can IRS penalties and interest be removed?

Columbus tax attorneys remove penalties for 85% of first-time offenders. The IRS accepts documented hardships like serious illness, family death, or Ohio flooding and tornadoes. They’ll waive penalties from IRS errors or incorrect agent advice. Local attorneys charge flat fees to file Form 843, provide supporting documentation, and appeal denials. Most Franklin County residents qualify if they’ve maintained clean tax records for three years before the penalty year.

What are the penalties if I didn't file FBAR?

Columbus residents with unreported foreign accounts face FBAR penalties starting at $12,921 per account annually for non-willful violations. The IRS has six years from your filing deadline to assess penalties.

Convert foreign balances using Treasury Department exchange rates. Criminal prosecution rarely occurs below $100,000 in unreported accounts. Most Ohio taxpayers resolve FBAR violations through civil settlements with 72-month IRS payment agreements. File delinquent FBARs through FinCEN’s BSA E-Filing System, then contact our Columbus tax attorneys about voluntary disclosure programs.

Do I need a crypto tax accountant?

You need professional tax help if your crypto transactions exceed $20,000 in gross proceeds or 200 trades per year, which triggers IRS reporting thresholds on Form 1099-B starting in 2025. If you mine cryptocurrency, you can depreciate your mining hardware over 5 years using Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS), which can reduce your tax bill by thousands depending on your equipment costs.

Keep in mind that converting tokens to wrapped versions (like ETH to WETH) counts as a taxable exchange under IRS Notice 2014-21, even though it feels like the same asset. File protective elections using Form 8886 by your original return due date if you’re uncertain about treatment of complex transactions like staking rewards or airdrops. Your best defense is keeping detailed records of every transaction with dates, amounts, and fair market values at the time of each trade. This documentation proves your reporting if the IRS comes asking questions later.

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Choose Columbus Tax Lawyers Who Get Results

Our Columbus IRS resolution team regularly represents clients at the IRS office at 200 N High Street and the Southern District of Ohio Tax Court in the downtown federal courthouse. Whether you’re protecting your German Village home from tax liens filed with the Franklin County Recorder or defending your healthcare practice from payroll tax penalties, we can handle any and all tax problems. From Upper Arlington to Dublin, Westerville to Grove City, central Ohio businesses trust our Columbus tax attorneys to handle all complex IRS negotiations.

Silver Tax Group Columbus
175 S 3rd St
Suite 428
Columbus, OH 43215

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The IRS moves fast when they want your money, and waiting gives them more power. Our tax attorneys know exactly how to stop IRS collections and reduce what you owe. Call us today, get immediate protection and start fixing your tax problems the right way.