The Leader in Amarillo for Tax Resolution & Strategy

Houston Tax Lawyer With Over 20 Years Federal & State Experience

Our tax attorneys defend Amarillo residents and businesses across Potter and Randall Counties, from Wolflin to Puckett, against IRS disputes, back taxes, unfiled returns, and federal penalties. We have resolved over 1,300 cases in the past decade, stopping enforcement actions and cutting tax liabilities that threatened our clients’ assets.

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Amarillo's Tax Law Firm That Protects You From Federal Tax Consequences

IRS notices about unfiled returns, business tax debt, or audit requests require immediate legal analysis to protect your rights and assets. During your first week with our tax law firm serving Amarillo, we review your complete tax history, contact the IRS on your behalf to stop collection activity, and identify which resolution options reduce your liability based on your income and expenses.

Every consultation remains confidential under attorney-client privilege, and we never pressure you to hire us before you understand your options. When the IRS schedules meetings or audits, your attorney appears with you instead of sending junior staff or leaving you alone. You receive direct access to the attorney handling your case and clear answers about trust fund penalties, payroll tax problems, Offer in Compromise qualifications, or offshore account reporting requirements.

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Amarillo Tax Attorneys Ready To Resolve Your IRS Problems

IRS and State Tax Audit Assistance

An IRS audit puts your return under examination where one mistake creates assessments and penalties. Our Amarillo attorneys represent you during the process, handle all examiner correspondence, organize financial documentation, and prepare responses that protect your legal rights. We challenge incorrect assessments, prevent expansion into additional tax years, and preserve appeal rights if results depend on your circumstances and records.

Tax Debt Relief

When tax debt grows beyond what you can pay, the IRS moves from notices to enforcement. Wage garnishments, bank levies, and property liens become real possibilities. Amarillo taxpayers facing these pressures should understand their options before collection actions begin. We negotiate offer in compromise agreements, establish IRS payment plan arrangements, request penalty abatement, and pursue currently not collectible status for those who qualify. Each case depends on your specific financial circumstances, but the right strategy can reduce what you owe and stop active collection efforts.

Unfiled Taxes

Unfiled returns carry real consequences, including penalties, interest, and potential criminal exposure. Amarillo taxpayers with years of back taxes need honest guidance on what filing involves. We reconstruct income records, identify available deductions, calculate your actual liability, and negotiate penalty abatement. Voluntary disclosure before IRS contact typically produces better outcomes.

Tax Collections and Enforcement Defense

You have legal rights when the IRS begins collection. Amarillo taxpayers facing an IRS levy or tax lien can fight back through collection appeals and Due Process hearings. We negotiate payment plans, request Currently Not Collectible status, and work to release liens. Acting quickly gives you the most options.

Small Business Taxes

The IRS can seize your accounts and hold you personally liable for unpaid payroll taxes. Our attorneys stop collections, negotiate business tax debt settlements, defend you during IRS audit proceedings, and file unfiled returns while establishing tax compliance systems that prevent trust fund penalty claims against you personally.

International Taxes and FBARs

Unreported foreign accounts can trigger offshore penalties exceeding your account balances, plus criminal prosecution. Our attorneys file missing FBARs through voluntary disclosure programs, negotiate penalty reductions, and defend you during IRS international audits. We correct FATCA violations and establish compliant reporting that prevents asset seizure and criminal charges. Also, many types of foreign retirement accounts and pension plans also require FBAR disclosure.
Recent Tax Cases Resolved for Amarillo, TX Clients
Case Description Service Timeline
Resolved a stressful IRS inquiry for a medical professional in Wolflin who feared will you be charged with tax evasion after your audit, closing the case with zero additional tax owed. IRS Notice Response 4 Months
Reconstructed seven years of unfiled tax returns for a rancher in Bishop Hills, successfully bringing their record current and halting all further IRS automated notices. Unfiled Tax Return Resolution 6 Months
Navigated a complex tax debt resolution for a teacher in Sleepy Hollow, correcting an IRS CP2000 error and reducing the proposed tax balance by 85%. Tax Representation 3 Months
Secured a total penalty abatement for a small business owner in Puckett Design by following our sole proprietorship tax guide to demonstrate reasonable cause for late filings. Tax Penalty Reduction 2 Months
Corrected prior reporting errors for a local restaurant in San Jacinto through amended returns, recovering $12,500 in missed deductions and overpaid taxes. Tax Compliance 5 Months
Guided an energy consultant in Canyon City through the voluntary disclosure of foreign income, ensuring full FBAR compliance and avoiding high-percentage international penalties. International Tax Compliance (FBAR) 7 Months
Amarillo Tax Debt Resolved in 2025 $287,000+
Average Penalty Reduction 78%
Years of Returns Caught Up 35+ Years
Local Areas Served Wolflin to Sleepy Hollow

Amarillo Clients Share Their Experiences With Our Tax Attorneys

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.

Tax Attorneys in Amarillo For Texas and Federal IRS Issues

Amarillo businesses face Texas Comptroller scrutiny over sales tax exemptions, severance tax reporting, and franchise tax calculations, especially in agriculture and energy. Potter County property tax valuations on commercial land and equipment create unexpected liabilities for ranchers and producers. Our attorneys recognize when the IRS and state tax agencies coordinate enforcement, representing clients who face dual collection actions threatening personal and business assets.

Texas exempts certain agricultural equipment from sales tax, but Amarillo-area auditors question these exemptions frequently because the rules for “agricultural use” are narrower than most farmers assume. Wind and solar operations face an additional problem: the state’s new JETI incentive program excludes them entirely, unlike its predecessor Chapter 313.

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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.

Tax Services For Businesses in Amarillo, TX

Tax Law Services For Residents of Amarillo, TX

Frequently Asked Questions About State & Federal Taxes

How are tax attorney fees structured in Amarillo?

Tax attorney fees in Amarillo range from $500 for single-issue matters to $5,000 or more for complex IRS disputes. Your case complexity determines the final cost.

  • Bank levy release typically costs $1,500-$2,500
  • Innocent Spouse Relief cases run $2,500-$4,000
  • Business payroll tax resolution falls between $3,000-$6,000+

We charge flat fees instead of hourly rates, so you’ll never see surprise charges. Call us for a free consultation and we’ll give you an upfront quote.

Can a CPA handle my IRS problem or do I need a tax attorney?

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 do I have to wait for my IRS case to be resolved?

Your IRS case should resolve within 3 to 12 months with a tax attorney. We can fix a bank levy or wage garnishment in 1-21 days by filing the correct release forms. We can set up installment agreements in 30-90 days. We resolve Offers in Compromise and audits in 6-12 months.

Organized tax documents help us work faster on your behalf. Our free case review provides your specific timeline estimate.

Get Affordable Help From A Trusted Tax Attorney In Amarillo Today

If you live near the Route 66 Historic District or the Wolflin neighborhood and have received an IRS notice, we know what you’re dealing with. The nearest IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center is at 7201 Interstate 40, and federal tax cases are heard at the J. Marvin Jones Federal Building on East Fifth Avenue. We serve taxpayers throughout Amarillo and surrounding communities including Bushland, Lake Tanglewood, and Bishop Hills.

The Texas Panhandle’s economy runs on cattle ranching, oil and gas, agriculture, and healthcare. Whether you operate a feedlot, run an energy services company, manage a medical practice, or own a retail shop along I-40, we work with Potter County business owners who need to resolve federal tax problems with the IRS.

Silver Tax Group Amarillo
301 South Polk Street
Suite 420
Amarillo, TX 79101
*Local Tax Office Visits By Appointment Only*
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