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We represent Denton residents and businesses throughout Denton County, from Robson Ranch to Vintage Boulevard, when they receive IRS notices for back taxes, unfiled returns, IRS disputes, and federal penalties. Our attorneys have resolved over 1,200 tax cases in the past seven years, showing clients how to stop enforcement actions and reduce what they owe the IRS.

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Best Denton, Texas IRS tax attorneys for state and federal taxes.

Denton's Tax Law Firm That Fights Back Against IRS Enforcement

IRS tax debt above $10,000 requires negotiation based on your actual ability to pay rather than the full amount assessed. During your first week with our tax law firm in Denton, we analyze your income and expenses, file power of attorney forms to stop direct IRS contact, and determine which resolution programs reduce your liability.

We achieve average tax debt reductions of 65% or more on debts exceeding $10,000 through financial hardship documentation and collection statute analysis. You receive copies of every document we file with the IRS on the same day we submit it. This approach resolves audit defense, unfiled returns with penalties, business payroll tax problems, and Offer in Compromise applications with complete transparency throughout your case.

Full-Service Tax Representation For Denton Taxpayers Facing IRS Compliance And Enforcement

IRS and State Tax Audit Assistance

An IRS audit requires documented responses to examiner questions about your income and deductions within strict deadlines. Our Denton attorneys represent you during examinations, handle all correspondence, organize financial records that support your position, and prepare responses that protect your legal rights. We challenge assessments that lack proper basis, prevent expansion into other years, and preserve appeal rights.

Tax Debt Relief

Are IRS notices arriving with warnings about tax debt you cannot pay? Denton taxpayers in this position can often qualify for programs that reduce what they owe and stop collection actions. Our attorneys negotiate offer in compromise agreements, set up IRS payment plan arrangements, request penalty abatement, and pursue lien releases. Qualification depends on your financial situation, but these programs exist specifically for taxpayers who need relief from balances they cannot afford.

Unfiled Taxes

Unfiled returns affect more than your finances. They create stress that follows you and limits what you can do for your family. Denton taxpayers with back taxes can restore IRS compliance by filing voluntarily. We reconstruct records, identify deductions, calculate actual liability, and negotiate penalty reductions.

Tax Collections and Enforcement Defense

The IRS has the power to levy your accounts and garnish your wages. That is a fact. But Denton taxpayers also have legal rights to contest collection actions. We file collection appeals, request tax lien releases, negotiate installment plans, and pursue Currently Not Collectible status when finances qualify.

Small Business Taxes

Falling behind on payroll taxes can expose you to trust fund penalty claims and put your business at risk. Our attorneys will stop IRS collection actions, negotiate business tax debt settlements, and defend you during audit proceedings. We’ll resolve unfiled returns, secure penalty abatements, and establish tax compliance systems that protect your company.

International Taxes and FBARs

Unfiled FBARs and unreported foreign accounts create exposure to steep offshore penalties and IRS scrutiny. Our attorneys resolve FATCA violations through voluntary disclosure, correct past reporting errors, and reduce penalties while defending you during international audits. Legal representation turns compliance problems into manageable solutions that protect your assets. Also, jointly held foreign accounts must be reported at full value by each account holder and not split between them.

Recent Tax Cases Resolved for Denton, TX Clients
Case Description	Service	Timeline
Resolved a complex dispute for a university professor in Oakwood Estates who was concerned about whether will you be charged with tax evasion after your audit, ultimately closing the case with a 90% reduction in proposed penalties.	IRS Notice Response	5 Months
Brought a self-employed contractor in Rayzor Ranch current by filing four years of unfiled tax returns, resolving the matter before the IRS initiated further enforcement actions.	Unfiled Tax Return Resolution	4 Months
Amended prior returns for a local partnership in Downtown Denton to address late penalties 1065 and 1120s forms, saving the business owners over $12,000.	Tax Penalty Reduction	3 Months
Corrected a misreported income error for a healthcare worker in Southridge through an amended return, recovering $8,400 in overpaid taxes from the previous year.	Tax Compliance	2 Months
Settled a high-stakes tax dispute for a property owner in Forrestridge, providing immediate relief regarding IRS bank levies and correcting an erroneous automated assessment.	Tax Representation	4 Months
Guided an international consultant in Robson Ranch through the disclosure of foreign investment accounts, ensuring full FBAR compliance and preventing heavy non-disclosure fines.	International Tax Compliance (FBAR)	6 Months

Denton Tax Debt Resolved in 2025 $299,000+

Average Penalty Reduction 81%

Years of Returns Caught Up 38+ Years

Local Areas Served Robson Ranch to Oak Creek

Denton Taxpayers Share Why They Hired Our Tax Attorneys For IRS Problems

Proven Expertise – 40+ years combined in IRS defense and tax planning services for taxpayers, high-income individuals, and small business owners.
Dedicated Team – Work with real, board-certified Tax Attorneys (JDs), EAs, CFOs, Controllers, and planners.
Trusted Reputation – 99% client satisfaction and 200+ long-term clients who rely on our coordinated, white-glove service and support.

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 Denton For Texas and Federal IRS Issues

Texas Comptroller enforcement against Denton businesses requires immediate legal response when sales tax audits, franchise tax assessments, or margin tax disputes arise. Denton County property tax appeals become necessary when appraisals outpace actual market values for homes and commercial properties. Our attorneys intervene in IRS matters and state tax cases, particularly when multiple agencies start collection actions against you.

Denton raised its city tax rate to $0.59542 per $100 for fiscal year 2026, with nearly half of that rate going toward debt service. The appraisal district added $599.6 million in new property value from growth and construction in 2025 alone, pushing assessments higher across the city. Property owners pay taxes to the city of Denton, county, school district, and a separate hospital district, so an inflated appraisal compounds quickly across all four jurisdictions.

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 Denton, TX

Corporate Restructuring (LLC, S Corp, C Corp)
Business closure tax issues
Multi-state tax problems
Worker classification
Trust fund recovery
Sales tax audits
Payroll taxes
ERC

Tax Law Services For Residents of Denton, TX

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

Frequently Asked Questions About State & Federal Taxes

What does hiring a tax attorney in Denton cost?

Tax attorney fees in Denton range from $500 for basic issues to $5,000 or more for complex cases involving multiple years of back taxes or IRS collection actions.

Penalty abatement typically costs $800-$1,500
Tax lien release runs $1,500-$3,000
Offer in Compromise falls between $3,500-$5,000+

We use flat-fee pricing, so you know what you’ll pay from day one. Call us for a free consultation and we’ll provide a clear quote.

When does an IRS problem require a tax attorney instead of a CPA?

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.

What is a realistic timeline for fixing IRS issues with legal help?

A realistic timeline is 3 to 12 months for most IRS issues with legal help. The simplest cases like bank levy releases take 1-21 days. Mid-range issues like installment agreements take 30-90 days. The longest cases like Offers in Compromise and audits take 6-12 months.

Your timeline depends on how quickly you can provide tax documents. Schedule a free case review for an estimate specific to your situation.

Schedule Your Case Review Now

If you live near the Downtown Square or the Oak Hickory Historic District and have received an IRS notice, we know what you’re dealing with. The nearest IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center is at 4050 Alpha Road in Farmers Branch, and federal tax cases in Denton County are heard at the Paul Brown United States Courthouse in Sherman. We serve taxpayers throughout Denton and surrounding communities including Corinth, Argyle, Hickory Creek, and Shady Shores.

Denton’s economy blends education, healthcare, retail, and a growing creative sector driven by the city’s two major universities. Whether you run a restaurant near the Square, own a healthcare practice, manage a retail shop, or operate a music venue along Fry Street, we work with Denton County business owners who need to resolve federal tax problems with the IRS.

Silver Tax Group Denton
625 Dallas Drive
Suite 240
Denton, TX 76205

*Local Tax Office Visits By Appointment Only*

Every day you wait gives the IRS more time to add penalties and interest to what you owe. A free case review with our Denton tax attorneys gives you honest answers about where you stand and what we can do to fix it. We handle the IRS on your behalf. Call us today.

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