The tax attorneys at Statman, Harris & Eyrich, LLC understand that many business transactions have significant tax implications. We counsel our clients in order to help them achieve tax advantages and comply with federal, state and local tax laws in order to minimize the tax liability associated with such transactions. Our attorneys have an in-depth understanding of the income tax laws, and a firm commitment to staying abreast of the frequently changing laws, regulations, cases and rulings.
Expertise Areas:
We represent clients facing civil and criminal disputes with tax authorities. Areas of expertise include:
- Representation During IRS Examinations
- IRS Criminal Investigations
- IRS Collection Proceedings (levies, tax liens, asset seizures)
- U.S. Tax Court Proceedings
- IRS Administrative Appeals
- Interest & Penalty Assessments
- IRS Offer-and-Compromise
- Negotiation of Payment Plans with IRS
Acquisitions and Sales
We research and develop strategies when structuring business transactions that emphasize federal income tax consequences with a view toward minimizing adverse tax liabilities. Techniques include:
- Allocation Techniques
- Installment Sales
- Taxable Asset Sales
- Tax-Free Reorganizations, Mergers, and Stock Acquisitions
Estate Tax Planning
Our tax attorneys leverage extensive knowledge and years of experience that protects your assets and preserves wealth. Areas of expertise include:
- Preparing Last Wills and Testaments
- Minimizing/Eliminating Estate and Gift Tax
- Trusts (Living, Life Insurance, Grantor Annuity, Grantor Income, Charitable remainder Annuity, Personal Residence, etc.)
- Probate Avoidance
- Probate Administration
- Financial Powers of Attorney
- Health Care Powers of Attorney
- Living Wills
