
When Should I Call a Tax Attorney?
There are high stakes involved anytime that you are involved in a tax dispute. The federal government can assess tax penalties, and they may even refer you for criminal prosecution. You should be careful about dealing with the IRS on your own because bad things can happen. The IRS will send you a notification that you are being audited. They may have already done work on their own and determined that you owe money. If you are being audited, you are in potential danger. The IRS may request additional information and documentation underlying your return. Problems can grow worse based on what the IRS finds. Preferably, you should have an attorney interface with the IRS on your behalf. You may also need to reach a compromise with the IRS if…