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Owe the IRS? There Are Options You May Not Know About.

IRS tax debt doesn’t have to control your life. Schedule a consultation to learn about settlement options, payment plans, and penalty relief.

IRS Tax Debt Has Real Solutions — If You Know Where to Look

The IRS has formal programs designed to help taxpayers resolve tax debt — but they don’t advertise them, and navigating the process without experienced representation often results in worse outcomes. An Offer in Compromise, installment agreement, or Currently Not Collectible status could reduce your liability by 50-90% or stop collections entirely.

Whether you’re facing wage garnishment, a bank levy, a federal tax lien, or simply can’t pay what you owe, there are legitimate paths forward. The key is acting before the IRS does.

  • Evaluate Offer in Compromise eligibility to settle for less than you owe
  • Negotiate installment agreements with terms you can actually afford
  • Apply for Currently Not Collectible status to pause collections
  • Pursue penalty abatement to significantly reduce your total balance

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

IRS Tax Debt FAQs

What is an Offer in Compromise?

An Offer in Compromise allows you to settle your IRS tax debt for less than the full amount owed. The IRS evaluates your ability to pay based on income, expenses, asset equity, and future earning potential. When properly prepared, OIC settlements can reduce tax debt by 50-90%.

Can the IRS garnish my wages or seize my bank account?

Yes. The IRS can levy your bank accounts, garnish your wages, and seize property — often without a court order. However, there are procedures to release levies and protect your assets, especially when you engage experienced representation and demonstrate willingness to resolve the debt.

What if I can’t afford to pay anything right now?

Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status pauses all IRS collection activity when you can demonstrate that paying would create financial hardship. While in CNC status, the statute of limitations on collection continues to run — meaning your debt may eventually expire.

How long does the IRS have to collect tax debt?

The IRS generally has 10 years from the date of assessment to collect a tax debt. After that, the debt expires. Strategic use of this statute — combined with CNC status or installment agreements — can be a powerful tool in resolving large tax balances.

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Schedule a brief call with our team to discuss your IRS tax debt. We’ll assess your situation, evaluate your options, and outline a realistic path forward — confidentially and without obligation.

  • Completely confidential — protected by attorney-client privilege
  • Every situation is different — you’ll receive a custom assessment tailored to yours
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If you have read this far, you have a notice and you are trying to understand it before doing anything that makes it worse. That instinct is correct.

The next right move is a 15-minute call. We will identify the audit type, confirm your deadline, and tell you honestly whether you need representation. There is no cost and no obligation.

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