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What is a Kovel Agreement and How Does it Benefit Clients?
A Kovel agreement is a legal arrangement that extends the attorney-client privilege to any professional that is employed under an attorney. The Kovel agreement gets its name from the landmark United States v. Kovel case, and ensures that any sensitive information that a client or their attorney shares with third-party professionals remains protected from disclosure…
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Why is a Tax Attorney best suited to negotiate with the IRS?
The Taxpayer Bill of Rights allows taxpayers to retain an authorized representative of their choice to represent them in their dealings with the IRS. Whether a taxpayer is being audited, summonsed for an interview, or filing an administrative appeal, the right to be represented is absolute. Any attorney, CPA, enrolled agent, enrolled actuary, or other…
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Received an IRS Notice? Here’s When You Should Hire a Tax Attorney
There’s nothing more nerve-racking than receiving mail with the words Internal Revenue Service glaring at you, especially when it’s not a refund check but a threatening IRS Notice. It can feel overwhelming as the notices are often filled with IRS-specific language, challenging calculations, and, often, a demand for payment. Feeling a little confused and unsure…
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We Explain: How Much Does A Tax Attorney Cost?
It depends on the type of tax attorney and the depth of their knowledge and experience in their focused tax practice. The hourly rate for a new tax attorney straight out of law school might be $250-$375. In contrast, a seasoned tax attorney with a Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) who worked with the…
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Tax Lawyer or CPA? Choosing the Right Professional
Before deciding between a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a tax attorney, it’s crucial to understand your specific needs. If you require services like tax preparation, reporting, bookkeeping, accounting, or general tax and business advice, a CPA might be a more cost-effective choice. However, if your situation involves a tax dispute or an understanding of…
