TAX DEBT DOESN'T WAIT.
NEITHER DO WE.
TAKE BACK YOUR PEACE OF MIND
The IRS and NYS Department of Taxation and Finance can move fast, but we move faster. Timothy S. Hart, Tax Attorney and CPA can help you settle tax debt, prepare unfiled tax returns, stop wage garnishment and release tax levies. We provide direct attorney access.
Real Life Success Stories
Offers in Compromise
An offer in compromise submitted by our clients’ accountant was not approved when the Internal Revenue Service who determined that our client could afford to pay the total tax due of $131,000, since they thought he had available equity in his home. We convinced the same IRS officer to accept less than $30,000 to settle the case.
Tax Audit & Tax Evasion
Our client filed a joint income tax return with her husband, a successful doctor earning over $450,000 per year. Although her husband promised her that he would pay the $110,000 in tax due, he never paid the tax even after being audited. After they were divorced, he continued to refuse to pay the taxes owed. On our clients’ behalf, we filed for innocent spouse relief claim and the husband challenged the application. Our tax lawyers prevailed in the case, when the Internal Revenue Service decided in our client's favor.
Unfiled Tax Returns
The IRS claimed that our client owed almost $80,000 dollars in income taxes due to nine years of missing tax returns. The taxpayer was self-employed and was not able to provide us with his income for the years in question. Our tax attorneys assisted the taxpayer in obtaining the tax information required to prepare accurate income tax returns, and filed the returns with the IRS. The IRS did not pursue any criminal charges against our client and agreed to a payment plan that was very affordable for our client on the $15,000 he actually owed.
New York Tax Attorney
Providing Tax Law Advocacy & Tax Relief
We know that tax problems are highly stressful, and they can also be financially, personally, and professionally devastating. When you have a complex tax problem, you need a New York tax attorney you can trust to work hard to protect your rights and interests. Our hardworking attorney, Timothy S. Hart, has the in-depth tax knowledge necessary to resolve even the most difficult federal and state tax issues. Whether you have unfiled tax returns, owe back taxes, need tax relief, are being audited, or have received a frightening notice that you are under criminal investigation for tax evasion, you can rely on Tim to provide strategic representation toward the goal of resolving your issue in the most beneficial way possible.
Our tax attorney takes on serious tax problems that threaten serious consequences. You can trust our law firm to work hard toward getting you a satisfactory outcome and bringing you peace of mind.
We represent individuals and businesses who are facing conflicts with the Internal Revenue Service or the New York State Department of Taxation. Contact our effective and experienced New York tax lawyer when you need help.
Tim Hart has the skill and experience necessary to resolve complex tax issues. He is admitted to practice in the U.S. Tax Court and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New York Bar Association. He is a graduate of Widener Law School, a cum laude graduate of the Masters in Taxation program at the University at Albany, and a cum laude graduate of New York’s Siena College. Tim will put his strong tax knowledge to work to protect your rights.
AS A TAX LAWYER AND CPA, TIM OFTEN FINDS INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS THAT OTHERS MISS.
Our Tax Attorney Pursues
Beneficial Outcomes
Sometimes people feel as if they are powerless to go up against the IRS or state tax agency. But you should know that you aren’t powerless and that, with the help of our attorney, you could achieve an effective resolution to your matter. What will we do to help? How we help you depends on your unique problem, but here are some examples:
We may be able to reduce your tax burden by negotiating an offer in compromise, or a part-pay installment agreement, so you do not have to pay the full balance originally owed.
We will prepare and file the tax returns and explain the best options to minimize the penalties owed by filing a voluntary disclosure or seeking penalty relief.
We’ll become your primary spokesman to the auditor, and we’ll make sure you understand the specific rights you have during an audit and will advise and represent you throughout the process.
Our tax lawyer will seek to prove your innocence at the lowest investigative level possible and before you are faced with criminal prosecution.
Tim Hart is not only well-versed in tax law, he is also easy to talk to and sensitive to his clients’ anxieties and worries. He enjoys being your spokesman to the tax authorities, so you do not need to speak to them. When you work with Tim, you can trust that he will communicate compassionately and honestly with you about the possible options for resolution in your case.
Delivering Personalized Attention for Full Range of Tax Problems
Whether you need an installment agreement to pay back taxes, are under an IRS audit, have past due or unfiled tax returns, need to file a voluntary disclosure, are suffering from a wage garnishment or tax lien, or have another tax law issue, Tim has the needed federal and state tax knowledge to help you with your tax case. He represents clients in the full range of federal and state tax law matters. He also handles Foreign Bank Accounting Report (FBAR) cases. Once Tim understands your tax issue, he will carefully explain your options to you, and what the legal fees will be.
Contact tax attorney Timothy S. Hart today to arrange a free consultation.
As an experienced NYC tax lawyer, he has helped many people put their tax problems behind them. He will work hard to help you, too.
Don’t ignore unfiled tax returns. The IRS will catch up with you, and the consequences can be severe. We will pursue an effective solution if you can’t afford what you owe, such as an installment agreement or offer in compromise. With the help of our skillful attorney, you may also avoid paying penalties.
If you have outstanding tax debt you can’t pay, an offer in compromise tax relief program from the IRS and/or NY state may provide you with a manageable resolution. These programs allow taxpayers to settle their debt for less than the full amount they owe. We guide clients through the complex application process to successful outcomes.
A conviction for tax fraud or tax evasion can lead to hefty fines and prison time. If you are being criminally investigated, don’t wait to get legal help. Tax authorities must prove that underpayment of taxes was intentional and not merely a mistake or negligence. Timothy S. Hart helps defend taxpayers in fraud and evasion cases.
Our law firm has substantial experience representing individuals and businesses in audits and tax investigations. If you’ve been notified by the IRS or NY State tax officials that your return has been selected for an audit, we can help you respond to auditor questions and ensure your rights and interests are protected throughout the process.
Settlements
There are several ways to settle tax obligations with tax authorities. Depending on your situation, one option may be a tax repayment plan. If you can’t afford to pay the taxes you owe in full, we can file for an offer in compromise or consider a part-pay installment agreement. Our attorney will advise you based on your circumstances.
Settlements
Attorney Timothy S. Hart, who is also a CPA, has helped countless clients successfully resolve burdensome tax problems, enabling them to reestablish a firm financial footing. A sample of these successful tax resolutions with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (NYS) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) include:
• Brian C. owed $498,890 in Federal income tax. The IRS accepted an offer in compromise for $50,000.
• Jeff K. owed $1,789,207 to the IRS and they settled the account for $351,746, through an offer in compromise.
• Thomas B. owed $167,086 in Federal income tax and the IRS settled the account for $15,450.
• Harold P. owed $32,172 to the IRS and they settled the account for $5,000.
• Karen P. owed $430,000 in NYS payroll tax and they settled the account for $70,000.
• Michael K. owed $41,479 to the IRS, and they settled for $7,500.
• A business, Nite M. owed $850,000 in NYS sales tax and they settled the account for $322,000, through an affordable 60-month payment plan.
• Jeff W. owed $1,456,066 to the NYS as a responsible person assessment for unpaid sales tax and they agreed he actually did not owe them since he was not a responsible person.
• Gerald P. owes $122,900 to the IRS and they have agreed to a $150 monthly payment plan to pay off the debt.
• Jim S. owed $64,455 to the IRS and they settled the account for $2,565.
• John M. owed $128,500 to the IRS. Through filing an innocent spouse claim, we reduced his liability to zero.
• Enes M. owed $26,570 to the IRS and they settled the account for $2,000.
• J Gary G. owes $278,029 to the IRS, and they have agreed that he pay $100 a month toward the tax debt.
• Geoffrey M. owed the IRS $252,112 and they settled the account for $70,000.
Contact Tim for a Free Consultation
These are just a few examples of how an experienced New York tax attorney can negotiate with tax agencies to substantially reduce the amount you owe. Attorney Timothy S. Hart is deeply skilled in matters involving revenue, taxation, and the law, and he has longstanding, collegial relationships throughout the legal system. You can trust that he will always work diligently to achieve the optimal outcome in your case.
A New York Tax Lawyer You Can Count On
Reach Out for Knowledgeable Legal Help
In the following section, he answers some common questions. For answers to questions related to your specific tax issue, contact Timothy S. Hart today.
Our New York Tax Lawyer Answers Common Questions
The IRS typically has three years from the filing date to audit your return. If you underreported income by 25 percent or more, they get six years. Criminal investigations have no time limit.
Yes. The IRS can garnish wages without a court order. We can challenge the levy, negotiate a payment plan, or file for currently not collectible status to stop the garnishment immediately.
Tax fraud accusations demand immediate legal action. We defend against civil fraud penalties and represent clients in criminal tax cases. The difference between a settlement and prison time is having the right counsel.
We represent clients nationwide. Federal tax issues follow you everywhere. State tax problems require local expertise, which we have in New York and can coordinate in other states.
An offer in compromise lets you settle your tax debt for less than you owe. The IRS rarely accepts these without professional representation. We handle the negotiation and documentation.
The IRS and NYS Tax Department are not your friend
WHEN YOU HAVE A LOT AT STAKE, YOU NEED TIM HART ON YOUR SIDE.
Our strategic tax law firm assists clients throughout the world with the full range of difficult tax problems. Don’t try to go it alone, let us take over your case and be your spokesman since we know the law. Contact New York tax attorney Timothy S. Hart today for a free consultation by calling our Albany office at (518) 213-3445 or NYC office at (917) 382-5142.
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