Fort Lauderdale Tax Attorneys Get Results Against The IRS

Tax Lawyers Serving Fort Lauderdale For Federal Tax Disputes

We represent Fort Lauderdale residents and businesses in Broward County who have IRS problems, unfiled returns, back taxes, or IRS penalties. In 14 years, our attorneys have resolved over 600 federal tax cases for clients in Victoria Park, Coral Ridge, and Rio Vista, stopping collections and cutting penalties.

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Why Choose Our Tax Law Firm In Fort Lauderdale

If you have back taxes or received an IRS notice, we handle all communication with the IRS so you never speak with revenue officers yourself. Our Fort Lauderdale tax law firm takes criminal tax defense cases, international tax compliance matters, and state disputes that go beyond basic resolution work.

Call today for a consultation where we review your situation and explain what we can do.

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Complete Tax Representation For Fort Lauderdale Residents And Businesses

Tax Audit Representation (State & Federal)

When you receive an audit notice in Fort Lauderdale, our attorneys handle your IRS audit representation. We respond to correspondence, organize documentation, and prepare your defense. If results don’t reflect your situation, we file reconsideration requests and appeals. Your outcome depends on your records, but representation protects your rights and prevents scope expansion.

Tax Debt Relief Services

Tax debt stops your life. Our Fort Lauderdale attorneys get you moving forward by negotiating offer in compromise settlements, establishing IRS payment plans, or securing currently not collectible status. We stop wage garnishments, release levies, and reduce penalties. Your qualification depends on your income and assets, but representation protects you from escalating collection actions while we work toward resolution.

IRS Tax Returns & Unfiled Tax Filings

Years of unfiled returns create criminal exposure and escalating penalties. Our Fort Lauderdale attorneys handle voluntary disclosure by reconstructing your income records, identifying deductions, calculating your actual liability, and negotiating penalty abatement. We restore IRS compliance and stop collection actions before they start.

IRS Defense Against Penalties & Collections

IRS levies and wage garnishments don’t wait. Our Fort Lauderdale attorneys stop collection actions by requesting Collection Due Process hearings, negotiating installment agreements, pursuing Currently Not Collectible status, and filing Offers in Compromise. Timely intervention releases tax liens, stops levies, and protects your assets from seizure.

Small Business Taxes

Your Fort Lauderdale business may face payroll tax problems and IRS audits. Our attorneys resolve business tax debt, handle trust fund penalties, defend IRS audits, file unfiled returns, and negotiate settlements. We protect your business through tax compliance, proper structuring, and penalty abatement.

International Taxes and FBARs

Did you forget to file FBAR reports for your foreign accounts? Our attorneys prevent offshore penalties through voluntary disclosure, FBAR compliance, and FATCA reporting. We resolve unfiled FBARs, correct unreported foreign accounts, defend international audits, mitigate penalties, and handle streamlined filing procedures.
Recent Tax Cases Resolved for Fort Lauderdale, FL Clients
Case Description Service Timeline
Resolved a complex IRS notice for a medical professional in Victoria Park after they received a delay in their refund, using our CP05 notice guide to verify income and release $14,000. IRS Notice Response 3 Months
Reconstructed five years of unfiled tax returns for a yacht captain in Harbor Beach, bringing the taxpayer into full compliance and settling the tax dispute before enforcement escalated. Unfiled Tax Return Resolution 5 Months
Eliminated $12,500 in late penalties on 1065 and 1120S forms for a design studio in Las Olas Isles by proving reasonable cause for the filing delay. Tax Penalty Reduction 2 Months
Amended prior tax returns for a retiree in Coral Ridge to correctly report previously overlooked deductions, resulting in a tax reduction of 45%. Tax Compliance 4 Months
Represented a resident in Rio Vista facing joint tax liabilities from a former marriage, successfully securing innocent spouse relief to protect their personal assets. Tax Representation 6 Months
Guided a business owner in Sailboat Bend through the reporting of foreign investment income, ensuring proper international disclosure and avoiding heavy non-compliance fines. International Tax Compliance (FBAR) 7 Months
Fort Lauderdale Tax Debt Resolved in 2025 $312,000+
Average Penalty Reduction 75%
Years of Returns Caught Up 32+ Years
Local Areas Served Victoria Park to Harbor Beach

Real Results From Our Tax Attorneys In Fort Lauderdale

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 Fort Lauderdale For Florida and Federal IRS Issues

Fort Lauderdale residents face IRS issues and Florida Department of Revenue disputes. We handle federal tax problems and state matters including sales tax audits, documentary stamp tax on real estate transactions, and Broward County property tax appeals. Florida has no state income tax, but the Department of Revenue enforces sales tax compliance and corporate income tax on certain businesses. You can face both federal IRS collection actions and state enforcement simultaneously.
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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's the cost for tax attorneys in Fort Lauderdale?

Most Fort Lauderdale residents pay between $500 and $5,000 depending on their case. Simple matters cost a few hundred dollars, while complex IRS disputes run several thousand. We use flat-fee pricing instead of hourly billing. Schedule a free consultation and we’ll evaluate your case and provide a clear quote upfront.

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

If the IRS is asking about your return, a CPA can help. But if you’ve received collection notices or threats to your wages, you need a tax attorney.

  • CPAs handle tax prep and financial records
  • Tax attorneys provide legal representation and protection against IRS collections

Should you call an attorney? When the IRS contacts you or threatens enforcement, an attorney gives you attorney-client privilege. That’s a legal shield your CPA can’t provide. Our Fort Lauderdale attorneys often work with CPAs when cases need both.

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

Most IRS cases take 2 to 12 months to resolve with a tax attorney. The issue matters. Releasing a tax lien or setting up an installment agreement takes 30 to 90 days, while an Offer in Compromise or audit can take 6 to 12 months.

Having your financial documents organized speeds everything up. Schedule a free case review and we’ll estimate your timeline.

End Your IRS Problem Today With Fort Lauderdale Tax Attorneys

Our tax attorney in Fort Lauderdale knows the IRS office at 1248 North University Drive in Plantation. We represent clients at the U.S. Federal Building at 299 East Broward Boulevard. Fort Lauderdale’s marine industry, tourism, and finance sectors create complex tax situations for business owners and employees.

We serve Fort Lauderdale residents in Victoria Park, Wilton Manors, Coral Ridge, and Las Olas. If you work at Port Everglades or run a business along Las Olas Boulevard, we handle your IRS problems.

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