California Tax Audit Attorney
Receiving a tax audit notice can be overwhelming, stressful and intimidating. You face long hours collecting information, grilling by a tax examiner and the possibility of significantly higher tax liabilities. Some people may even face possible criminal indictment.
If you are facing an audit, having an experienced tax lawyer on your side can make a significant difference in the eventual outcome. A lawyer can protect your rights, preserve privileged information and seek to resolve the matter as quickly as possible.
John D. Teter is an experienced tax lawyer who has successfully represented many individuals and business owners in tax audits. Mr. Teter can handle all aspects of your case, providing assertive representation designed to obtain the best result for you.
Our firm has over 25 years experience representing clients in tax audits before:
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) — income tax and federal payroll tax
- California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) — income tax
- California State Board of Equalization (BOE) — sales and use tax
- California State Employment Development Department (EDD) — state payroll tax and employee classification
- IRS audits involving foreign financial accounts and tax issues
Contact John D. Teter Law Offices for a consultation.
Do Not Make the Mistake of Representing Yourself
Many people called into tax audits try to represent themselves or ask their tax return preparer to represent them. This is almost always a mistake. There are many reasons why you need a tax attorney.
IRS tax auditors receive special training in interviewing techniques and methods of eliciting damaging information from unsuspecting taxpayers. They are constantly on the lookout for conflicting statements or clues that could lead to further investigation and greater liability.
In many instances, tax return preparers are not comfortable in these situations nor are they knowledgeable about the audit process. They are poorly equipped to represent clients in an audit because they are usually defending their own work if an audit is initiated. An attorney can explain or correct any issues that may exist.
Remember the old adage among attorneys: "The lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client." The same applies to an individual or tax return preparer representing themselves in an audit.
Put Our Experience to Work for You
Having handled tax matters throughout his many years in practice, John D. Teter is familiar with how to deal with auditors and the circumstances surrounding an audit. Mr. Teter speaks the language of tax auditors and knows how to respond to their inquiries in ways that do not compromise his clients' rights. John D. Teter can help justify the position taken in your tax filings and identify documentation that will support your position. If documentation does not exist, he may be able to demonstrate the validity of your position by indirect evidence. John D. Teter Law Offices will seek to resolve your tax matter in the most positive way possible.
Contact a San Jose IRS Tax Audit Lawyer
For a consultation with John D. Teter Law Offices, contact our firm.
