- 608-785-1977
- 608-785-1976
- 411 King Street, LA Crosse, WI 54601
August 12 2020
As the saying goes, nothing is certain in life but death and taxes. However, if you find yourself on the receiving end of tax controversy, the last thing you feel is certain. Tax controversies can be highly complex and result in significant penalties. A tax lawyer can explain what is at stake in your case and help you resolve the controversy.
Tax controversies often arise when the Internal Revenue Service determines that you owe taxes or that you reported inaccurate information on your taxes. Common types of tax controversies include:
Many of these issues may have occurred by mistake or due to a misunderstanding. Our team can help you clear up these issues and mitigate the consequences you may face for a tax violation.
Violating the tax law may be considered a crime, depending on the circumstances. A conviction for tax evasion can result in imprisonment up to five years per offense, a fine up to $250,000 for individual taxpayers, or up to $500,000 for corporations. You may also be ordered to pay restitution and the costs of prosecution. Your life may continue to be affected and restrained if you are given probation.
Even if your case is handled through civil court, the consequences can still be dire. You can be charged hefty penalties, such as a 5% penalty for forgetting to file a tax return or a 75% penalty for intentionally filing a fraudulent tax return.
Because the potential consequences are so serious, it is important that you retain the services of a qualified tax lawyer the moment that a tax controversy arises.
At Ablan Law, we take a proactive approach to resolving tax controversies. Our goal is to minimize or eliminate your exposure to liability or penalties related to your tax situation and we get involved in the process as early as possible. Whether you need to clear up a simple misunderstanding or you find yourself charged with tax fraud, our attorney is capable of zealously protecting your interests.
Our services include assisting individuals and businesses with:
If you have received notice that you are being audited or are on the receiving end of tax controversy, do not wait to protect your rights. Contact Ablan Law right away at (608)785-1977 to retain our services. Our experienced tax lawyer can carefully review your situation and determine whether a compromise, agreement, negotiation, or litigation will best serve your needs with the Internal Revenue Service. We represent clients throughout Wisconsin in cases involving tax disputes at the federal, state, and local levels.