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Expert insights on IRS tax resolution, criminal tax defense, and compliance from our attorneys.
How a New Jersey Division of Taxation Payment Plan Actually Works
What the New Jersey Division of Taxation asks for before it approves a payment plan, the terms it will write, the fees that keep running, and when to say no.
Julie McCarthy, EA•6 min readSep 8, 2026
Getting a Certificate of Discharge So You Can Sell a Property With an IRS Lien on It
How Form 14135 lifts a federal tax lien off one property so a sale can close, which section 6325(b) ground fits your facts, and what has to go in the package.
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•7 min readSep 4, 2026
Can the IRS Seize Your Home, What Federal Law Actually Allows
Federal law protects a principal residence from IRS seizure in ways most taxpayers never hear about, including a judicial approval requirement.
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•7 min readAug 31, 2026
The Federal Payment Levy Program, When the IRS Takes Federal Payments
How the Federal Payment Levy Program takes Social Security, federal salary, and vendor payments, which payments are exempt, and how to stop it.
Daniel S. Heller, Esq.•6 min readAug 27, 2026
Why Would the IRS Audit You, How Returns Actually Get Selected
How the IRS actually selects returns for examination, the seven things that put a return in the pool, and what to do the week a notice arrives.
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•7 min readAug 24, 2026
Delaware Franchise Tax Nonpayment, Void Status and How Reinstatement Works
What happens when Delaware franchise tax goes unpaid, how an entity becomes void, and what reinstatement through the Division of Corporations takes.
LaTanya Johnson, EA•6 min readAug 17, 2026
IRS Tax Lien Withdrawal, How Form 12277 Gets the Notice Off Public Record
How an IRS lien withdrawal differs from a release and a discharge, who qualifies, and how Form 12277 gets the lien notice off public record.
Julie McCarthy, EA•7 min readAug 10, 2026
IRS Form 843, How to File It and When Form 433-D Is the Right Form Instead
What IRS Form 843 asks for, what to attach, where to mail it, and how to tell when your case actually calls for Form 433-D instead.
Daniel S. Heller, Esq.•7 min readAug 5, 2026
IRS Audit of a $3 Million Lottery Prize Resolved With No Additional Tax or Penalties
Our firm recently represented a taxpayer in an IRS examination that began with a $3 million lottery prize and an amended federal income tax return prepared and filed before we were involved. The examination closed with no additional tax, no penalties, and the taxpayer's original tax liability left u
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•4 min readAug 3, 2026McCauley Law Attorneys Published in the Maryland Bar Journal
The Maryland Bar Journal, published by the Maryland State Bar Association, has featured an article written by two of our attorneys, Daniel S. Heller, Esq. and Seth E. Goldstein, Esq. The article, "The Rise of AI: Revolutionizing Tax Law and Beyond," appears on page 93 of the latest edition. The piec
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•3 min readAug 3, 2026
Why Conventional IRS Defense Breaks Down. And What Actually Stops Collections
The IRS collected more than $4.7 trillion in taxes during fiscal year 2023, according to the IRS Data Book. And the enforcement machinery behind that number doesn't pause for confusion, fear, or a busy season at your business. If you're already dealing with notices, a lien on your property, or a gar
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•9 min readJul 26, 2026
How Tax Resolution Actually Works: The Methodology Behind Getting the IRS Off Your Back
The IRS collected more than $104 billion through enforcement actions in a recent fiscal year, according to the IRS Data Book. And the overwhelming majority of that came from people who either didn't respond in time or didn't know what options they had. If you're sitting on a tax debt right now, that
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•2 min readJul 19, 2026
When to Act and When to Wait: Timing Decisions in IRS Defense That Actually Matter
The IRS collection machine doesn't pause while you weigh your options. Notices stack up, deadlines pass quietly, and the window for your best resolution narrows. Not because the IRS is aggressive, but because the system is designed to move forward whether you're ready or not. The right time to act o
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•9 min readJul 12, 2026Passport Renewal Denied? How McCauley Law Offices, P.C. Can Get You Back on Track
Imagine planning that dream vacation or essential business trip, only to have your passport renewal rejected due to an IRS flag. It's a frustrating wake-up call, but it's also an opportunity to resolve underlying tax issues once and for all. At McCauley Law Offices, P.C., we
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readJul 10, 2026Why the IRS Restricts Passport Renewals for Delinquent Taxpayers – And How to Check Your Status
Traveling abroad should be about adventure and relaxation, not anxiety over tax troubles. At McCauley Law Offices, P.C., we've seen how IRS certifications can derail plans by linking tax debts to passport restrictions. This post explores why the IRS imposes these rules, the practical
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•2 min readJul 9, 2026Understanding the IRS's "Seriously Delinquent Taxpayer" Status and Its Implications
At McCauley Law Offices, P.C., we specialize in helping individuals navigate complex tax issues with the IRS. One increasingly common problem we encounter is the designation of a taxpayer as "seriously delinquent." This status can have far-reaching consequences, including restric
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•2 min readJul 8, 2026
What IRS Tax Help Actually Looks Like: Real Timelines, Honest Outcomes, and What Success Means
The stack of IRS notices on your desk isn't getting smaller, and the number at the top isn't getting lower. Every week you wait, penalties compound, interest accrues, and the IRS moves one step closer to taking action you can't easily reverse. Real IRS tax help isn't about making the debt disappear.
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•10 min readJul 5, 2026
What a Tax Attorney Actually Does That General Advice Leaves Out
The IRS collected over $104 billion through enforcement actions in fiscal year 2023, according to the IRS Data Book — and that number does not include the penalties and interest quietly compounding on accounts that haven't been touched yet. If you're sitting on unresolved tax debt right now, the clo
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•10 min readJun 25, 2026Attorney Daniel Heller to Present at MVLS Tax Controversy Training
Tax controversy problems often begin with something that looks routine: a letter, a balance due, a delayed refund, a denied credit, or a question from the IRS or a state tax agency. But these issues can move quickly. What starts as paperwork can become an audit, a collection case, a lien, a levy, a
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•9 min readJun 22, 2026
What Does Hiring a Tax Lawyer Actually Get You? Real ROI, Honest Timelines, and What Drives the Difference
The IRS collected over $98.4 billion through enforcement actions in fiscal year 2023, according to the IRS Data Book — and most of that came from people who waited too long, responded wrong, or tried to handle it alone. If you're sitting on unresolved tax debt right now, that number isn't abstract.
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•9 min readJun 18, 2026
Why Conventional Tax Resolution Approaches Fail — And What Actually Stops the IRS
The IRS collected over $98 billion through enforcement actions in fiscal year 2022, according to the IRS Data Book — and the taxpayers who lost the most were not the ones with the biggest debts. They were the ones who waited, guessed, or trusted the wrong process. Direct Answer Conventional tax reso
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•10 min readJun 11, 2026
Why IRS Defense Feels Harder Than It Should — And What Actually Resolves It
Direct Answer IRS defense feels harder than it should because the system is designed for compliance, not resolution — and most taxpayers approach it without understanding the procedural windows that control their options. The right intervention, at the right stage, stops collections, releases liens,
Gregory McCauley, Esq.•10 min readJun 4, 2026
What the IRS Does When You Stop Filing Taxes
If you are wondering what happens if you stop filing taxes, realizing you have fallen years behind on your tax returns is a terrifying experience. Many taxpayers who stop filing taxes miss a single year due to a sudden life event, only to find that the paralyzing fear of what they might owe the IRS
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•8 min readMay 4, 2026
IRS Bank Levy: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Stop It
Waking up to find your funds suddenly inaccessible due to an IRS bank account freeze can be a paralyzing financial shock. An IRS bank levy is a sudden, legal seizure of your property designed to satisfy an outstanding tax debt. Unlike a wage garnishment that takes a portion of your income over time,
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•8 min readApr 24, 2026
How to Stop IRS Wage Garnishment Fast in Pennsylvania & New Jersey
Discovering a significantly reduced paycheck due to an IRS wage garnishment in PA or NJ can disrupt your ability to cover basic living expenses. Unlike private creditors in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, who typically need a court order, the IRS can bypass a judge and seize a substantial portion of yo
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•8 min readApr 21, 2026
IRS Tax Debt Settlement: Your Options Explained
Receiving an IRS notice demanding thousands of dollars in back taxes is a stressful experience. For U.S. taxpayers navigating the federal tax system, the fear of escalating penalties, collection actions, and potential bank levies or wage garnishments can create anxiety. In the search for a way out,
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•8 min readApr 9, 2026
What Should I Do if I Can’t Afford to Pay the IRS?
Opening a tax bill from the federal government that you cannot afford to pay is a stressful experience. For many individual taxpayers and self-employed people, realizing they lack the funds to cover their tax liability creates immediate anxiety about their financial security. However, letting that a
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•8 min readApr 2, 2026Showing 1–27 of 835 articles
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