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International Tax Complexity? We Specialize in This.

FBAR, FATCA, foreign income, and cross-border issues require specialized expertise. Schedule a consultation to discuss your international tax situation.

International Tax Compliance Carries Some of the Steepest Penalties in Tax Law

FBAR penalties can reach $100,000+ per account per year. FATCA noncompliance can trigger 40% accuracy penalties. Undisclosed foreign income can lead to criminal prosecution. The penalties for international tax noncompliance are disproportionately severe — and the IRS is increasingly focused on enforcement in this area.

Whether you have unreported foreign accounts, foreign income, foreign business interests, or need to come into compliance through voluntary disclosure, the path forward requires careful planning with experienced counsel.

  • Resolve FBAR and FATCA compliance issues and avoid maximum penalties
  • Navigate the Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures
  • Address unreported foreign income and foreign financial accounts
  • Structure cross-border transactions for tax efficiency and compliance

Most clients get an appointment within 24 hours.

All inquiries are strictly confidential and protected by attorney-client privilege.

What to Expect

After You Book Your Call

1
You'll speak with someone who understands tax law

Not a receptionist or a call center. You'll be speaking with a trained member of our intake team who can meaningfully assess your situation.

2
We'll evaluate your options — honestly

We'll discuss your situation, explain what's at stake, and outline the realistic paths forward. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you that.

3
There is no obligation to engage our firm

The consultation is free and completely confidential. No engagement fees until we've discussed your situation and mutually agreed on a path forward.

How It Works

Three Simple Steps

1

Book

Choose a time that works for you.

2

Talk

15 minutes with our team. No obligation.

3

Plan

We'll map out your options and next steps.

Confidential • No Obligation • Same-Day Available

Common Questions

International Tax FAQs

What is the penalty for not filing an FBAR?

Non-willful FBAR violations carry penalties up to $10,000 per account per year. Willful violations can reach $100,000 or 50% of the account balance — whichever is greater — per account per year. These penalties can easily exceed the value of the accounts themselves.

What are the Streamlined Filing Procedures?

The Streamlined Procedures allow taxpayers who can certify that their noncompliance was non-willful to come into compliance with reduced penalties. For taxpayers living abroad, the penalty may be zero. For U.S. residents, the penalty is 5% of the highest aggregate balance of unreported foreign financial assets.

Can I go to jail for not reporting foreign accounts?

Yes. Willful failure to file FBARs is a federal crime carrying up to 5 years in prison and $250,000 in fines. The IRS and DOJ have successfully prosecuted numerous individuals for FBAR violations. Voluntary disclosure before an investigation begins can prevent criminal prosecution.

I have foreign rental income I haven't reported. What should I do?

Unreported foreign income needs to be addressed carefully. Depending on your circumstances, the Streamlined Procedures, a quiet disclosure, or a formal voluntary disclosure may be appropriate. The right approach depends on whether your noncompliance was willful and whether the IRS has already identified you.

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Book Your Free 15-Minute Call

Schedule a confidential call with our team to discuss your international tax situation. We'll evaluate your exposure and outline the safest path to compliance.

  • Completely confidential — protected by attorney-client privilege
  • Every situation is different — you'll receive a custom assessment tailored to yours
  • Same-day and next-day appointments available