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Confronting a Federal Tax Audit in Washington, D.C.?

In the heart of the nation, Washington, D.C., stands not only as a symbol of democracy but also as a nexus of economic and political activity. The district, renowned for its iconic landmarks and corridors of power, is equally recognized for its burgeoning business environment. From international embassies to innovative startups, the capital city is a melting pot of entities that collectively drive its economic pulse. Amidst this dynamic backdrop, the need for meticulous adherence to federal tax laws becomes paramount. Any unintentional or deliberate oversight can cast a long shadow, potentially leading to significant legal and financial consequences.

Our dual-licensed Washington, D.C. Tax Audit Attorneys and CPAs specialize in confronting these sophisticated tax dilemmas head on. The IRS’s evolving strategies and the ever-changing tax landscape emphasize the importance of meticulous federal tax filings. The stakes are elevated in D.C., a city renowned for its strategic thinkers and policy-makers. The potential repercussions of an IRS tax audit can range from financial penalties to exponentially more severe criminal tax implications. Such federal tax audits, whether routine or high-risk eggshell or reverse eggshell audits, demand a nuanced approach tailored to the unique intricacies of each individual case. In the appropriate circumstances, we accurately manage what amounts to the preparation of amended returns, which signify our optimal settlement position, and represent you in intricate IRS Office, Field, and Correspondence audits, putting your interests first to ensure minimal risk and customized solutions. With nearly three decades of combined tax and legal experience, our award-winning team is a trusted pillar in the Washington, D.C., tax community.

Amidst the city’s iconic monuments, corridors of power, and the pulse of political activities, there’s an underlying perception that some of its residents, not risk-averse, may tread dangerously close to the edges of complex federal tax laws. Our dual-licensed Washington, D.C. Criminal Tax Defense Attorneys & CPAs excel at representing clients in high-risk IRS tax audits, especially when the taxpayer has a history of blatantly cheating on their federal tax returns and is now under audit and thus fear criminal tax prosecution. To date, we have never had an audit client criminally prosecuted for tax crimes.

In the epicenter of the nation’s financial and political activities, understanding the depths of the IRS’s civil and criminal tax regulations becomes paramount. A thorough grasp of the IRS’s tax audit process and insights into the Criminal Investigation Division’s (CID) covert investigation techniques is indispensable. At the Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing, our team of dual-licensed civil and criminal tax defense Attorneys and CPAs in Washington, D.C., adopts a forward-thinking approach. We aim to address and neutralize potentially volatile federal tax audits or the exponentially more severe CID tax investigations before they burgeon into criminal tax prosecutions.

With advanced machine-learning technology, artificial intelligence and data analytics integration, the IRS is poised to efficiently identify and pursue intentional/fraudulent tax evaders. It isn’t merely a technological upgrade; it’s a strategic overhaul aimed at zeroing in on fraudulent tax evaders with laser precision. The Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing stands apart with a distinguished track record of success in defending against such high-stakes inquiries.

While some may assume little can be done before an official indictment, our experience shows that early intervention is critical. Our Washington, D.C. Criminal Tax Defense Attorneys & CPAs, equipped with comprehensive federal tax law expertise and insight into the IRS’s mechanisms, strive to resolve criminal tax investigations, eggshell audits, or reverse eggshell audits promptly, aiming to avert criminal tax prosecution and the potentially devastating fallout of public indictment. Engaging our services at the onset of a high-risk audit / criminal tax investigation maximizes the possibility of a favorable outcome without escalating criminal tax charges.

It’s essential to remember that despite its vast resources, the IRS often misinterprets the facts or the law in a way that leads to additional tax, penalties, and interest being erroneously assessed. If you don’t challenge their determination, you bear the financial consequences of their potential oversights and misunderstandings. So, when you believe the stakes are high and the IRS’s decision is questionable, it’s not just about accepting their verdict or fighting back—it’s about ensuring fairness and justice in a system where even the mighty IRS can err.

We understand the intricate dynamics of federal tax litigation in Washington, D.C.’s demanding financial environment. Our seasoned dual-licensed Washington, D.C. Tax Litigation Attorneys and CPAs specialize in various services, including navigating sensitive (eggshell) audits, ensuring tax compliance, and advising on reporting positions.

Our clients benefit from our strategic handling of disputes related to employment tax, estate and gift tax, cases involving unreported income, and allegations of civil tax fraud. We meticulously assess litigation risks where latent criminal tax issues may exist to secure resolutions as soon as possible, drawing upon our deep understanding of the procedural rules and substantive issues at play. To date, we have never lost in tax court. We won’t take your case if we don’t believe we’ll win. Because of the IRS’s 98% settlement rate, to date, we’ve never stepped foot in tax court, sparing our clients the most expensive part of tax litigation.

Our areas of representation extend to rigorously contesting negligence, accuracy, and all other tax penalties, managing complex offshore tax issues and non-compliance, and guiding through domestic and offshore voluntary disclosures and streamlined filings. Tax controversies often arise when a federal tax agency, such as the IRS, believes a tax is owed, and a taxpayer or company disagrees. Conversely, disputes can also emerge when taxpayers believe they are owed a refund. For clients facing heightened scrutiny, we provide robust defense in tax injunctions, tax shelters, promoter investigations, and Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) inquiries and investigations. Having a 98% settlement rate, the IRS typically seeks to avoid tax litigation just as much as you’d want to. Throughout the controversy process, from pre-audit preparations to litigation in the courts, our dual-licensed Washington, D.C. Tax Litigation Attorneys and CPAs offer creative problem-solving approaches, controlling the flow of information during audits and presenting persuasive arguments across all stages of tax disputes. We specialize in disputes arising in:

Amidst the capital’s rapid economic evolution, the IRS Voluntary Disclosure Practice offers a crucial lifeline. For taxpayers who made intentional discrepancies, the voluntary disclosure practice provides a pathway to rectify these errors. It not only softens the potential civil penalties but crucially eliminates the risk of criminal tax prosecution, ensuring that entities and individuals can continue their endeavors with renewed confidence.

Maybe you’re an individual dealing with an IRS audit or a business owner wrestling with interstate tax disputes with California. Either way, these situations can become complex fast. That’s why having a skilled Washington, D.C., dual-licensed Voluntary Disclosure Attorney and CPA is paramount. We will take immediate action to assess, then correct, your tax compliance record, negotiate/cooperate with the IRS, and attempt to mitigate your criminal tax exposure in dealing with a Standard Civil Audit, Eggshell Audit, Reverse Eggshell Audit, or Criminal Tax Investigation. Contact us today to determine your best course of action to return to tax compliance and avoid facing criminal prosecution.

Additionally, we adeptly manage the intricacies of various voluntary disclosure routes, such as domestic and offshore procedures, streamlined filings, and submissions for delinquent FBARs and international information returns. As long as a taxpayer who has willfully committed tax avoidance (potentially including non-filed foreign information returns coupled with affirmative evasion of U.S. income tax on offshore income) self-reports the federal tax non-compliance through a domestic or offshore voluntary disclosure before the IRS has started an audit or criminal tax investigation/prosecution, the taxpayer can ordinarily be successfully brought back into tax compliance and receive a nearly guaranteed pass on criminal tax prosecution and simultaneously often receive a break on the civil penalties that would otherwise apply. We deal with:

Suppose you disagree with the IRS tax audit’s conclusion and subsequent recommendations. In that case, you should know you have the right to an appeal and can have our experienced dual-licensed Washington, D.C. IRS Appeals Attorney and CPAs represent you. Appeals are generally available solely based on disagreements as to either the facts or the law at issue in your audit. You must file a formal written protest within 30 days of receiving Letter 525, detailing your objections, the supporting facts, and relevant laws. If you’re dealing with an IRS tax audit, challenging a tax assessment, or seeking relief from IRS collection actions, our meticulous approach ensures you’re well-prepared for every step of the appeals process. From handling trust fund recovery penalties to disallowed business expenses, we will ardently fight for you, keeping you informed throughout the process.

Unfortunately, the Appeals process can become very complex and, in some cases, can even necessitate litigation in Tax Court. Working with an experienced attorney-CPA can help maximize your chances of making a successful appeal while resolving your tax liabilities as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. Your representative can assist you in preparing the strongest protest letter possible and may be able to negotiate a favorable compromise on your behalf. At the Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing, we help business and individual clients appeal Internal Revenue top tax attorney service audits and other IRS actions.

If a resolution isn’t reached, you may petition the U.S. Tax Court within 90 days of receiving a Notice of Deficiency. Two key appeal procedures are the Collection Appeals Program (CAP), which is rapid but final, and the Collection Due Process (CDP), which allows for tax court recourse if necessary.

With David W. Klasing‘s expertise in both tax law and accounting, we provide strategic insight to help you make informed decisions regarding your tax appeal. Whether you need to appeal the IRS’s entire decision or specific rulings, we will educate you about your options and guide you toward a favorable resolution. If you’re unsatisfied with audit outcomes, tax penalties, or other IRS decisions, our skilled representation before appeals officers will ensure your records are detailed and organized, positioning you for a favorable outcome in the appeals process. We handle all types of tax appeals and litigation, including trust fund recovery penalties and disallowed business expenses:

In recent years, the U.S. government has increased civil and criminal tax enforcement actions against individuals with unreported foreign income and undisclosed foreign financial accounts. The Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing regularly provide invaluable assistance to those navigating the complexities of international tax law compliance. With the IRS intensifying its offshore civil and criminal tax investigations, it’s crucial for taxpayers with foreign investments, properties, businesses, income-generating real estate, or interest-paying bank accounts to ensure they are meeting all U.S. reporting requirements. Our firm offers expert guidance on using the IRS voluntary disclosure program to achieve compliance to limit civil penalties and avoid criminal tax charges.

Our dual-licensed International Tax Attorneys and CPAs provide vigilant representation, adeptly navigating the IRS’s aggressive enforcement of unreported global investment income, offshore businesses & financial accounts. Our team offers strategic guidance for American expatriates and multinational businesses, ensuring compliance while minimizing worldwide tax burdens. David W. Klasing, a dually licensed attorney and CPA, having additionally earned a master’s degree in taxation, leverages his expertise to safeguard your financial interests from the complexities of international tax law, such as FBAR and FATCA compliance, international tax planning, and resolving potential double-taxation.

Now is the time to get the seasoned eyes of legal counsel on your international tax filing history to get you back into compliance in a fashion that minimizes additional tax, penalties, and interest and successfully avoids criminal tax prosecution. We are also associated with top international lawyer Marc Schwartz, a dually licensed International Tax Attorney and CPA, which enriches our capability to address the federal and offshore implications of international tax and estate planning and compliance.

In an era where the IRS is intensifying civil and criminal investigations into offshore tax evasion, the support of our team is invaluable. We provide robust entity selection and tax reporting solutions tailored to mitigate transfer pricing penalties and secure optimal tax positions for businesses operating across borders. With our comprehensive understanding of international tax treaties and enforcement efforts, we ensure your strategy is aligned with the current legal landscape, protecting you from the increased likelihood of stringent IRS tax audits and criminal tax investigations. We ensure that international tax reporting obligations are met precisely, assisting foreign-owned U.S. corporations and foreign corporations with U.S. activities in fulfilling their filing requirements and navigating the tax implications of establishing a U.S. presence. Click on the following to learn more:

In 2023, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS proposed comprehensive

regulations to enhance reporting requirements for digital asset transactions. The IIJA, effective December 31, 2022, introduced new reporting requirements for cryptocurrency transactions. Furthermore, although not currently reportable, FinCEN is indicating a move to include virtual currencies as reportable assets under FBAR regulations.

The increased federal emphasis on cryptocurrency tax compliance has placed tens of thousands of virtual currency users in the IRS’s crosshairs, with a heightened risk of selection for a tax audit or criminal tax investigation.

Taxpayers should know that the IRS CAN track cryptocurrency despite misconceptions about anonymity and encryption. It can lead to a high-risk eggshell audit or even a covert criminal tax investigation if not addressed appropriately. The shock is palpable for many when they discover that exchanges of one type of crypto for another are taxable events in the year that they occur, even with no fiat changing hands or that the IRS might have obtained their transaction details from sources like Coinbase.

The volatile nature of the crypto market, with its significant highs in 2017 followed by subsequent lows, has left many with substantial tax liabilities, often disproportionate to their current portfolio value.

If you have unreported cryptocurrency accounts or wallets, you should come forward now before it’s too late. By voluntarily reporting cryptocurrency transactions accurately, you may be able to avoid or minimize penalties (or prevent yourself from being criminally prosecuted). Work with our experienced Washington, D.C. cryptocurrency tax attorneys for trusted cryptocurrency tax help, including John Doe Summons-related tax audit representation and criminal tax defense representation.

The exposure is even more significant for those who’ve ventured offshore with cryptocurrency. However, there’s a silver lining: taxpayers who’ve inadvertently committed tax discrepancies can often self-report through voluntary disclosure, potentially avoiding criminal tax prosecution and benefiting from reduced civil tax penalties.

Whether you’re dealing with Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, or any other virtual currency, call our Washington, D.C. office today at 1 (202) 918-9329 or schedule a reduced-rate initial consultation here, and we will successfully guide you through the record-keeping and reporting procedures required to file the required tax returns. For more information, see the following:

The U.S., unique in its citizenship-based taxation, imposes stringent tax reporting and disclosure laws, especially for those holding foreign assets. Non-compliance, failing to file or pay taxes, can result in hefty penalties, with a 5% charge on the outstanding tax bill for each month of delay up to a maximum of 25%. Moreover, undisclosed foreign accounts, once considered safe havens, now carry substantial risks due to regulations like FATCA and the Bank Secrecy Act’s FBAR.

At the Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing, our Washington, D.C., dual-licensed Unfiled Tax Attorneys and CPAs stand ready to guide you through these complexities. Whether you’re confronting the repercussions of unfiled tax returns or navigating foreign account disclosures, our expertise ensures compliance and protection/mitigation of potential civil or criminal tax consequences.

For any of your tax planning compliance and controversy needs in Washington, D.C., contact the Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing today. Call 1 (322) 244-8515, or contact us online today to schedule a reduced rate initial consultation:

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