Our Durham Tax Attorneys Remove IRS Problems & End Collection Letters

The IRS picked the wrong fight. Our Durham tax attorneys will end it. We’ve spent over a decade showing businesses and families how to beat their worst tax problems. Time to put tax troubles behind you.

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Successfully Solving IRS Issues With Proven Solutions Since 2010

Best Durham tax attorneys in North Carolina.

The Durham Tax Law Firm With 12+ Years Succesfully Fighting Federal & State Tax Cases

For over 12 years, our Durham tax law firm has been helping individuals and businesses address federal and state tax challenges with skill and precision. From negotiating IRS tax debts to resolving complex compliance matters, we guide clients through each step with proven strategies and results. If you owe thousands to the IRS or face tax issues, schedule a confidential case review to protect your rights today.

Our North Carolina Tax Lawyers Have Saved Durham Clients Millions in Taxes

Real people face real tax headaches. Our team gets that completely. We bring lightning-fast responses and deep legal knowledge to your most stressful IRS challenges. Durham lawyers fight for you like family. This is tax help that works. Check out our reviews below.

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Our Top-Rated Tax Attorney Services For Durham Residents

Tax Audit Defense

Tax audit lawyers who safeguard assets and negotiate favorable outcomes

Looking for an IRS audit attorney with a 95% success rate? Our Durham tax team defines success as reduced penalties, waived fees, and minimized payments. We handle correspondence reviews, office visits, field audits, and TCMP investigations. From simple notices to complex cases, we deliver proven results.

Unfiled Tax Returns

Past due on filing taxes? Resolve back taxes with expert help

Unfiled tax returns lead to IRS notices, penalties, and collection actions. We help with CP59, CP515, and Substitute for Return filings to correct missing records and prevent further enforcement. Delaying increases risk, but action now changes outcomes. The best way to fix a tax problem is to file correctly.

Tax Consulting

Ensure full tax compliance with smarter financial strategies

Reducing tax liability starts with understanding IRS rules. Our Durham tax consultants analyze tax returns, correct reporting errors, and develop strategies that maximize deductions. Smart planning lowers costs, improves compliance, and prevents unnecessary penalties. Better filings create better financial decisions, better financial decisions lead to stronger tax positions, and stronger tax positions secure lasting benefits.

Offshore Assets & International Taxation

Offshore tax lawyers for cross-border financial compliance

Protect your wealth. Protect your investments. Protect your interests. Offshore accounts, foreign trusts, and global investments demand accuracy in compliance. FBARs, Form 8938, and Form 3520 – we handle them all. Align with professionals trusted by high-net-worth individuals, ensuring precision and safeguarding the prestige of your financial legacy.

We'll Take The IRS on, On Your Behalf

We've Won Over 4,000+ Tax Cases With The IRS

IRS Property Seizures & Asset Levys

Halt IRS seizures with proven legal strategies

IRS penalties can result in wage garnishments, bank levies, and property seizures. CP504, LT11, and Final Notice of Intent to Levy letters require immediate attention. Our firm negotiates penalty reductions, halts enforcement actions, and resolves tax debts efficiently. Taking action now prevents escalating consequences and protects your financial standing.

IRS Letters & Notices

Don’t ignore IRS Letters. We’ll handle them for you.

What should you do when you receive a CP2000, CP2501, or CP504 notice? Ignore it, and the situation worsens; address it correctly, and resolution becomes possible. Our team reviews every detail, gathers precise documentation, and negotiates directly with the IRS. Timely, informed action determines outcomes; and we ensure they work for you.

IRS Criminal Investigations, Fraud & Evasion

Powerful legal defense for resolving IRS tax evasion, fraud, and criminal tax allegations.

IRS investigations intensify, expand, and disrupt financial stability. Our attorneys focus on legal defense, strategic tax positioning, and direct negotiations. A CID inquiry, Form 4564 request, or IRS summons requires fast action, strong documentation, and experienced advocacy to prevent further complications, increased penalties, and financial setbacks.

Our Proven Process:

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Intervention

Leverage

Value

Expertise

Resolution

Our four-step process provides you with proven tax solutions. We start with a free consultation, then file legal protection with the IRS. Our team communicates directly with the IRS, clearing your tax issues while following established rules. We close your case only when resolved.

Initial Consultation

We start with a free, no-obligation conversation about your tax situation and review tax documents to determine how we can help resolve your issues. During this phase, we develop a customized strategy tailored to your specific tax circumstances.

Investigation Phase

We file attorney representation papers with the IRS to protect our clients' interests, initiate contact with the IRS, and provide consultation with Tax Attorney Chad C. Silver. We intervene directly with the IRS and leverage our legal expertise to position your case for the best possible outcome. Timeline: 2-4 weeks

Negotiation Phase

We work directly with the IRS to establish compliance and negotiate the most favorable terms for our clients. Our deep expertise in tax law allows us to create value by identifying opportunities for penalty abatement, advantageous settlement options, and sustainable payment arrangements.

Freedom Phase

In the final phase of our proven process, clients achieve freedom from their tax issues, with their case fully completed and resolved. You can move forward with confidence, knowing your tax matters have been professionally addressed and your financial future is secure.

Have Tax Debt? We've Got Options.

Tax debt grows fast. Missed payments bring penalties. Delays trigger liens. Our attorneys at Silver Tax Group take action before consequences escalate, securing installment agreements, penalty relief, and offers in compromise. Professional representation stops enforcement, ensures compliance, and provides a clear path forward with structured, legally sound tax resolution strategies.

Offer in Compromise

Settle tax debt for less than you owe

Take the first step toward tax debt relief today. Every taxpayer who owes $10,000 or more needs a solution that works. Our attorneys submit winning Offer in Compromise applications that work. We secure IRS acceptance because we prepare complete files that work. Let us reduce your tax debt to a manageable amount.

Installment Agreements & Payment Plans

Spread out payments, settle tax debt over time

Unpaid taxes bring penalties, pressure, and problems. Installment agreements prevent collections, stop liens, and reduce stress. The right strategy turns tax debt into structured payments. Our firm has secured agreements for individuals and businesses by negotiating terms that fit their financial reality and ensuring compliance with IRS requirements.

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Our Tax Experts in Durham are here to answer all your Tax questions

Our tax law firm responds to all IRS concerns with clear solutions. When clients receive unexpected collection notices or face property liens, they turn to us, their trusted tax guides. We’ve seen these situations before and know exactly what steps to take.

How much do tax attorneys in Durham cost?

Tax attorneys in Durham require $350 per hour or more for resolution and filing services, like a toll gate on your path to tax freedom. Our firm stands as your bridge to resolution at rates that make sense. Our flat-rate structure puts money back in your wallet while delivering winning outcomes.

Can Durham tax lawyers help me with underreported tax return notices?

Yes, IRS underreporting notices need to be handled the right way. Think of tax filings like a puzzle. If a piece is missing, the IRS fills it in, often incorrectly. We review records, find the missing details, and put everything in place so the final picture is accurate.

Can a tax attorney help me reduce penalties & interest on my tax bill?

Yes, our tax law firm has a strong record of reducing IRS penalties and interest. We negotiate penalty relief, challenge inaccurate assessments, and set up manageable payment plans. Even if penalties cannot be fully removed, we find solutions that lower the financial burden and prevent further issues.

Do I need a criminal tax defense attorney?

If the IRS is investigating tax fraud, evasion, or unreported offshore accounts, legal representation is critical. Criminal tax cases lead to serious penalties, including fines or jail time. We defend against FBAR violations, fraudulent returns, and undisclosed income by building strong cases and challenging weak government claims before charges escalate.

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Our tax team, experts in cryptocurrency compliance, handles everything from Bitcoin trading to NFT sales. We prepare accurate crypto tax reports, a must-have for IRS compliance. We resolve unreported crypto issues, a common problem for traders. And we plan future transactions, a key step for minimizing taxes.

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Get a Durham Tax Lawyer Who Fights For You

When the IRS questions your filings, experienced legal guidance makes the difference. When penalties and collections loom, decisive action matters. Take control now with a free consultation and get the defense needed to resolve the issue effectively.