San Diego Tax Attorney — Sunny Days Shouldn't Include IRS Threats
San Diego residents and businesses dealing with IRS tax problems can access McCauley Law Offices' nationwide practice. With a major IRS processing center in the San Diego area, enforcement activity is significant. Our attorneys provide aggressive representation for all federal tax matters.
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When the government wants to put you in a cage — we put ourselves between you and them.
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When the IRS stops asking and starts taking — there's a legal counter to every move.
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Recent results for California clients
Offer in Compromise — Small Business Owner
93% reduction
Penalty Abatement — First-Time Non-Filer
61% reduction
Bank Levy Release — Medical Professional
Levy released in 48 hrs
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Tax terms San Diego taxpayers should know
A reduction or removal of a tax, penalty, or interest amount that was previously assessed by the IRS. Taxpayers may request penalty abatement by demonstrating reasonable cause.
Automated Collection System — the IRS call center division that handles most collection actions, including phone contacts about unpaid taxes, installment agreements, and status requests.
Gross income minus specific deductions (known as 'above the line' deductions). AGI is used to determine eligibility for certain tax credits and deductions.
A meeting with the IRS Office of Appeals to resolve a tax dispute without going to court. Appeals officers are authorized to settle cases based on the hazards of litigation.
The official recording of a tax liability on a taxpayer's account by the IRS. The assessment date starts the 10-year statute of limitations for collections.
A formal examination of a taxpayer's return and financial records by the IRS to verify that income, deductions, and credits are reported accurately. Audits can be conducted by mail, at an IRS office, or at the taxpayer's home or business.
State Resources
Doing business in California? Review CA business tax rules.
Get a plain-English breakdown of California business taxes, filing deadlines, and how state issues interact with federal IRS problems.