Denver Tax Lawyer — Mile High Results Against the IRS
Denver and the Front Range have seen rapid population and business growth, drawing increased IRS attention. McCauley Law Offices provides experienced federal tax representation for Denver-area clients through virtual consultations, handling everything from back taxes to criminal tax investigations.
Tax Services for Denver Residents
Criminal Tax Issues
When the government wants to put you in a cage — we put ourselves between you and them.
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The IRS has lawyers. So should you.
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When the IRS stops asking and starts taking — there's a legal counter to every move.
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Specialty tax matters — bankruptcy, foreign accounts, estate planning, payroll, gambling, and more.
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Recent results for Colorado 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 guidance from our attorneys
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. Learn your options for IRS tax debt relief.
What Should I Do If I Owe the IRS More Than $10,000?
Discovering you owe the federal government a significant amount of money can be overwhelming. Here's what to do if you owe the IRS more than $10,000.
7 Mistakes You're Making with Delaware Franchise Tax Problems (And How a Tax Attorney Can Fix Them)
Delaware might be famous for being business-friendly, but that doesn't mean franchise tax problems don't happen.
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Tax terms Denver taxpayers should know
Automated Collection System — the IRS call center division that handles most collection actions, including phone contacts about unpaid taxes, installment agreements, and status requests.
Automated Underreporter — the IRS program that matches income reported on tax returns against information returns (W-2s, 1099s) filed by employers and financial institutions.
Collection Due Process — a taxpayer's legal right to a hearing before the IRS Office of Appeals before certain collection actions (levies, liens) can proceed.
Criminal Investigation Division — the law enforcement arm of the IRS responsible for investigating potential criminal violations of the Internal Revenue Code.
Currently Not Collectible — a status the IRS places on a taxpayer's account when they determine the taxpayer cannot afford to pay their tax debt. Collection activity is paused, though interest and penalties continue to accrue.
Collection Statute Expiration Date — the date after which the IRS can no longer legally collect a tax debt. Generally 10 years from the date of assessment.
State Resources
Doing business in Colorado? Review CO business tax rules.
Get a plain-English breakdown of Colorado business taxes, filing deadlines, and how state issues interact with federal IRS problems.