Navigating Tax Controversies with Strategic Wisdom and Integrity
We are a law firm focusing exclusively on resolving a broad range of civil and criminal tax matters with the Internal Revenue Service (the "IRS") and state taxing authorities. We represent clients across the United States and around the world who are facing serious tax issues. Our team of tax attorneys is committed to providing honest legal counsel to taxpayers facing difficult circumstances.
DEWITT LAW | Tax Attorneys
We are a law firm focusing exclusively on resolving a broad range of civil and criminal tax matters with the Internal Revenue Service (the "IRS") and state taxing authorities. We represent clients across the United States and around the world who are facing serious tax issues. Our team of tax attorneys is committed to providing honest legal counsel to taxpayers facing difficult circumstances. We invite you to browse our website or request a consultation to learn more about how our team can help you.
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Practice Areas
IRS Tax Resolution
Resolving IRS tax issues, including audits, tax debt settlement, unfiled returns, liens, levies, tax preparer penalties, IRS Revenue Officer cases, payroll tax issues, innocent spouse relief, and IRS appeals.
Criminal Tax & Fraud
Legal representation for tax-related criminal issues, including IRS criminal investigations, state tax criminal investigations, and criminal tax defense (including tax evasion charges).
Tax Litigation
We are experienced in civil tax litigation and appear regularly before the United States Tax Court. We also litigate tax cases in U.S. District Courts and various state courts.
International
Helping you resolve U.S. tax issues related to offshore assets, including compliance with FBAR and other information filings, voluntary disclosures, and penalties for non-compliance.
State Tax Resolution
Resolving state sales tax and income tax issues, including audits, tax debt settlements, collections, tax litigation in state court, and criminal investigations by state taxing authorities.
Estate Planning
We create custom estate and tax plans for individuals and families looking to preserve and protect their wealth and legacy.
"My husband and I owed over $400,000 to the IRS. My husband’s small business got behind on taxes during the great recession. I was recommended to call DeWitt Law and I’m so glad I did! Our tax liability was reduced by over 85% and we were able to gain a clean slate."
"My husband and I owed over $400,000 to the IRS. My husband’s small business got behind on taxes during the great recession. I was recommended to call DeWitt Law and I’m so glad I did! Our tax liability was reduced by over 85% and we were able to gain a clean slate."
C. Smith
"When I received a letter from the IRS saying I owed over $5 million dollars in taxes, I went catatonic for several days. I simply could not handle the weight of the issues I was facing. The team at DeWitt Law stepped in and managed to get the IRS to reverse the assessment in full!"
"When I received a letter from the IRS saying I owed over $5 million dollars in taxes, I went catatonic for several days. I simply could not handle the weight of the issues I was facing. The team at DeWitt Law stepped in and managed to get the IRS to reverse the assessment in full!"
Evan B.
"We hired DeWitt Law because they had the most professional and honest presentation when interviewing firms to help with our tax problem. We hit a number of road blocks along the way with the IRS but DeWitt Law did not give up on our case."
"We hired DeWitt Law because they had the most professional and honest presentation when interviewing firms to help with our tax problem. We hit a number of road blocks along the way with the IRS but DeWitt Law did not give up on our case."
Mike A.
"Tyler did a great job communicating the situation to the IRS attorney in a way that I could have never done on my own, and in a way I’m not sure other attorneys could have done. I highly recommend DeWitt Law, and I’m thankful to Tyler and his team."
"Tyler did a great job communicating the situation to the IRS attorney in a way that I could have never done on my own, and in a way I’m not sure other attorneys could have done. I highly recommend DeWitt Law, and I’m thankful to Tyler and his team."
Mark H.
"I thought my planning needs were so widespread that I would require an army of law firms. Thanks to the impressive breadth of knowledge, experience, and determination of Tyler and his team, DeWitt Law was a one-stop-shop for all issues."
"I thought my planning needs were so widespread that I would require an army of law firms. Thanks to the impressive breadth of knowledge, experience, and determination of Tyler and his team, DeWitt Law was a one-stop-shop for all issues."
E. Cheryl
"I highly recommend DeWitt Law to anyone in need of estate planning, no matter how complex. These guys know what they are doing and truly cared about finding the right solutions
for me and my family. I can't think them enough!"
"I highly recommend DeWitt Law to anyone in need of estate planning, no matter how complex. These guys know what they are doing and truly cared about finding the right solutions
for me and my family. I can't thank them enough!"
S. Rose
Recent Results
$5,700,000 Penalty Assessment Reduced to $0
Represented taxpayer facing a $5,700,000 IRS trust fund recovery penalty assessment. Administrative appeal was filed resulting in a $0 assessment. Learn more.
$2,100,000 Tax Debt Reduced to $7,417
Represented taxpayer who owed the IRS approximately $2,100,000. Tax debt was reduced to $7,417 through an accepted offer in compromise.
$1,300,000 Tax Debt Reduced to $4,614
Represented taxpayer who owed the IRS approximately $1,300,000. Tax debt was reduced to $4,614 through an accepted offer in compromise.
Probation Only Sentence for Felony Tax Conviction
Represented accountant facing three felony counts of Filing, Aiding, or Assisting in Filing a False Tax Return under 26 U.S.C. § 7206(2), with an alleged tax loss of $2,329,255 to the government. A plea agreement was reached
IRS Criminal Investigation Closed With No Charges
Represented taxpayer facing IRS criminal investigation for potential tax crimes related to over $5 million dollars in unreported bank account deposits. Investigation closed and no criminal charges filed.
$1,420,838 Tax Liability Reversed to $0
Taxpayer was audited by the IRS after a third-party cryptocurrency exchange reported to the IRS gross proceeds the Taxpayer received from selling cryptocurrency. The IRS proposed additional tax of $1,095,708
Learn more in our tax blog:
IRS Issues Last Call for Taxpayers to Claim $1.5B in 2019 Refunds
The IRS released a final reminder that taxpayers have until July 17th to claim refunds for tax year 2019. Taxpayers who fail to file a 2019 tax return or claim for refund by July 17th will forfeit their refund. According to the IRS release: “By law, taxpayers normally have three years to file and claim their tax refunds. If they don’t file within three years, the money becomes the property of the…
DeWitt Law Wins on Direct Appeal Before Arkansas Supreme Court
DeWitt Law represented an Arkansas couple (the “Taxpayers”) before the Arkansas Supreme Court to challenge a judgment for additional Arkansas income taxes entered against the Taxpayers by the Garland County Circuit Court. The Arkansas Supreme Court held in favor of the Taxpayers by reversing the judgment and remanding the case back to the trial court. The issue on appeal centered on whether the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (“DFA”)…
2023 Military State Tax Guide
The American Bar Association Tax Tax Section published its 2023 Military State Tax Guide, featuring contributions from DeWitt Law’s Managing Attorney & CPA, Tyler DeWitt. The guide covers state income tax topics and issues especially relevant for members of the military. You can view the guide by clicking the link below. 2023 Military State Tax Guide
5th Consecutive Rating by Super Lawyers Rising Stars in Tax Practice Area
For the fifth consecutive year, Tyler DeWitt (Managing Attorney) has been selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. The selection signifies that Tyler is a top-rated tax attorney as recognized by peers. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase selection process. Peer nominations and evaluations are combined with independent research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an…
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