Frederick, Maryland Tax Attorney — Western Maryland's Shield Against the IRS
Frederick, Maryland and Frederick County taxpayers trust McCauley Law Offices for expert IRS representation. Frederick is the county seat of Frederick County and is part of the Washington metropolitan area. Our Westminster office is conveniently located nearby, and we handle all federal tax matters including offers in compromise, installment agreements, and criminal tax defense.
Tax Services for Frederick 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.
View ServicesHelp for Frederick taxpayers
- If you live in Frederick and want to challenge an IRS determination, see our IRS appeals representation.
- If you live in Frederick, our attorneys can review whether offer in compromise help fits your federal tax situation.
- Learn how IRS installment agreements spread a federal balance over monthly payments.
- We provide IRS audit representation for individuals and businesses.
- If you have missed federal filings, learn about our help filing delinquent tax returns.
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Recent results for Maryland 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
Insights
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.
How Can I Reduce My IRS Tax Debt Legally?
Facing overwhelming IRS tax debt can feel like drowning in quicksand. Learn the legal strategies to reduce what you owe.
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Tax terms Frederick 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 Maryland? Review MD business tax rules.
Get a plain-English breakdown of Maryland business taxes, filing deadlines, and how state issues interact with federal IRS problems.