Licensed Laredo Tax Attorney Specializing in Tax Help & IRS Defense

Laredo Tax Lawyer For IRS Problems And Federal Tax Resolution

We help Laredo residents and businesses across Webb County, from El Cuatro to the Gateway area, resolve IRS problems including unfiled returns, back taxes, IRS notices, and federal penalties. Our tax attorneys have closed over 2,400 cases in the past decade, saving clients millions in penalties through strategic IRS negotiations and dispute resolution.

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The Tax Law Firm In Laredo That Closes Cases

When the IRS threatens to seize your bank account or pursue you for unfiled returns, you need an attorney who can stop collection actions before they drain your finances. Most firms pass you between junior staff, but we assign a dedicated tax attorney to your case who handles everything from criminal tax investigations to international reporting requirements.

Our tax law firm represents clients in Laredo facing problems that go beyond payment plans, including FBAR violations, state tax disputes across multiple jurisdictions, and IRS appeals that require courtroom experience. You get one attorney who knows your situation and builds a defense strategy that produces results.

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Full-Service Tax Attorneys In Laredo Ready To Handle Your IRS Issues

Tax Audit Representation (State & Federal)

An IRS audit notice means the agency will examine your tax returns and assess additional tax if it finds errors. Our attorneys in Laredo represent you during examinations, handle all correspondence, organize documentation, and prepare responses that address examiner questions while protecting your legal rights. We challenge incorrect assessments, prevent scope expansion into other years, and preserve your appeal rights if results depend on your specific facts.

Tax Debt Relief Services

Should you pursue an offer in compromise, establish an IRS payment plan, or request currently not collectible status? The right path depends on your finances. When tax debt triggers garnishments or levies, our attorneys evaluate all options and represent Laredo taxpayers through programs that stop collection and protect assets.

IRS Tax Returns & Unfiled Tax Filings

Unfiled returns create back taxes the IRS will eventually calculate for you, often without the deductions you earned. Laredo taxpayers who file voluntarily before IRS contact have better options. We reconstruct income records, identify missed deductions, calculate your actual liability, and negotiate penalty abatement to restore IRS compliance.

IRS Defense Against Penalties & Collections

When you respond to IRS collection notices quickly, you have leverage. Laredo taxpayers facing an IRS levy or tax lien can request Collection Due Process hearings, negotiate payment plans, or pursue Currently Not Collectible status. We stop wage garnishment, release liens, and protect your assets when you act before deadlines pass.

Small Business Taxes

Small business owners facing payroll tax problems, business tax debt, or IRS audit notices need specialized legal protection that accountants can’t provide. Our tax attorneys handle trust fund penalty cases, unfiled returns, and tax compliance failures while defending you during federal and state audits. When the IRS threatens your business, our legal representation protects your assets and negotiates settlements that keep your company operating.

International Taxes and FBARs

Did you miss FBAR deadlines or fail to report foreign accounts? Our attorneys resolve unfiled FBARs, negotiate offshore penalty reductions, and handle FATCA violations through simplified filing procedures. We defend you during IRS international audits, correct past reporting errors, and build compliance systems that protect your assets. Many taxpayers don’t realize that willful FBAR violations can result in penalties up to 50% of the account balance per year, making early legal intervention critical.
Recent Tax Cases Resolved for Laredo, TX Clients
Case Description Service Timeline
Navigated a complex dispute for a warehouse manager in Del Mar Hills, successfully resolving an IRS correspondence audit that reduced a proposed tax increase by 72%. IRS Notice Response 4 Months
Reconstructed five years of unfiled tax returns for a self-employed consultant in Laredo Ranchettes, bringing the taxpayer into full compliance and halting further IRS action. Unfiled Tax Return Resolution 5 Months
Secured a significant penalty abatement for a homeowner in Green Valley, eliminating $6,400 in administrative penalties through a strategic request for relief. Tax Penalty Reduction 3 Months
Guided a local retailer in San Agustin through an analysis of their business structure and the S-corp election tax implications to correct prior filing errors. Tax Compliance 4 Months
Resolved a high-stakes IRS inquiry for a professional in Winfield by facilitating an IRS bank levy release and correcting discrepancies in reported income. Tax Representation 2 Months
Advised a business owner in Chacon Creek on disclosing previously unreported international assets, ensuring proper FBAR compliance and avoiding substantial penalties. International Tax Compliance (FBAR) 6 Months
Laredo Tax Debt Resolved in 2025 $268,000+
Average Penalty Reduction 74%
Years of Returns Caught Up 31+ Years
Local Areas Served Del Mar to Santo Niño

See Why Laredo Taxpayers Trust Our Tax Attorneys To Resolve IRS Problems

Our Tax Resolution Process

Step 1

Free consultation to review your situation and answer your questions.

Step 2

We file Form 2848 (Power of Attorney) with the IRS. From that point on, we take their calls so you don’t have to.

Step 3

We analyze your case and work on your best tax resolution options until we win.

Our tax lawyers handle everything from paperwork to courtroom representation. Learn more about our flat-fee pricing structure.

Tax Attorneys in Laredo For Texas and Federal IRS Issues

Laredo taxpayers often clash with the Texas Comptroller over sales tax audits, franchise tax assessments, and mixed beverage tax compliance. Webb County property tax disputes add another layer for commercial property owners fighting inflated appraisals. Our attorneys represent clients facing collection actions from both the IRS and state agencies.

Laredo processes more international trade by value than any other U.S. land port, which means the Comptroller scrutinizes sales and use tax records here more aggressively than in most Texas cities. Property values are climbing too: the median homestead taxable value jumped from $182,335 to $194,727 in 2025, pushing the typical homeowner’s bill up 9% even though the city’s tax rate dropped slightly. Commercial property owners face similar valuation increases, making appraisal protests increasingly common.

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Meet Tax Attorney Chad Silver

Chad Silver is a 7-time Super Lawyer who has spent over 20 years saving taxpayers millions and defending clients against the IRS in US Tax Court. He leads Silver Tax Group and maintains memberships in NATP, ABA, and other professional organizations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About State & Federal Taxes

What do tax attorneys in Laredo charge?

Tax attorney fees in Laredo range from $500 for single-issue matters to $5,000 or more for complex IRS disputes. Case complexity determines where you fall in that range.

  • Levy release or lien withdrawal typically costs $1,500-$3,000
  • Offer in Compromise cases run $3,500-$5,000+
  • Audit representation falls between $2,000-$4,500

We charge flat fees, so you’ll know your total before we start. Schedule a free consultation and we’ll quote your specific situation.

Should I hire a tax attorney or a CPA for my IRS problem?

If the IRS is just asking questions about your return, a CPA may be enough. But if the IRS has sent collection notices, threatened your wages or bank account, or opened a formal dispute, you need a tax attorney.

  • CPA role: tax return preparation, bookkeeping, financial statement accuracy, standard IRS form filing
  • Attorney role: attorney-client privilege, IRS dispute representation, collection defense, legal strategy against enforcement

When the IRS sends notices or threatens collection, you gain something a CPA can’t provide: attorney-client privilege. This legal shield keeps your conversations confidential and prevents them from being used against you in proceedings.

Our tax attorneys regularly collaborate with CPAs in Houston when clients face disputes requiring both accurate financial reconstruction and legal defense strategy.

How long does it take to resolve an IRS problem with a tax attorney?

Most IRS cases resolve within 3 to 12 months with a tax attorney. When you bring us a bank levy or wage garnishment, we can often release it within 1-21 days. When you’re facing an Offer in Compromise or audit, the process takes 6-12 months due to IRS review periods.

Gathering your tax returns and IRS notices before your first meeting speeds things up. Our free case review gives you a realistic timeline.

Stop IRS Threats Fast – Hire a Laredo Tax Lawyer Today

We represent Laredo residents at the George P. Kazen Federal Building on Victoria Street for federal court matters. The nearest IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center is in Harlingen, but we handle all IRS communications and appearances on your behalf. Whether you live near the San Agustin Historic District, Del Mar, Lakeside, La Bota Ranch, or Winfield, having a local tax attorney matters when federal and state tax issues come up.

We also work with the trucking companies, customs brokers, freight operators, and logistics businesses along San Bernardo Avenue and throughout Laredo that keep this border economy running. Small business owners here face tax pressures that are different from anywhere else in Texas, and we have experience with all of them.

Silver Tax Group Laredo
216 West Village Boulevard
Suite 275
Laredo, TX 78041
*Local Tax Office Visits By Appointment Only*
We’ve beaten the IRS in dozens of cases and we know how to handle yours. Call us now for a free review of your situation. The longer you wait, the fewer options you have.

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