Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Tax Solutions and Legal Representation in Lakeland
Hutto & Associates has provided specialized tax and accounting services since 1998, combining the expertise of Certified Public Accountants and Tax Attorneys to deliver legally sound solutions. Our team brings decades of combined experience in federal and state tax reduction strategies, IRS negotiations, and asset protection. We prioritize personalized service, ensuring clients understand their unique tax situations while maximizing deductions and compliance. With a focus on small businesses and individuals, we offer bookkeeping, tax planning, and legal representation for tax disputes.Our professionals hold advanced certifications, including QuickBooks Pro Advisor status and National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts credentials. We maintain a commitment to accessibility, offering free initial consultations and transparent pricing. Our litigation experience in business disputes, will contests, and tax cases strengthens our ability to advocate for clients effectively. By integrating accounting precision with legal strategy, we help clients navigate complex tax codes and protect their financial futures.
Services
Tax Preparation
IRS Negotiations
Bookkeeping Services
Tax Planning Strategy
Audit Representation
Asset Protection
Payroll Tax Solutions
Sales Tax Defense
Estate Planning
Business Valuation
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We combine CPA and legal expertise for comprehensive tax solutions
- 25+ years of experience in tax reduction and IRS negotiations
- QuickBooks Pro Certified Advisor for accurate bookkeeping services
- Litigation experience in tax courts and business disputes
- Free initial consultation with no time limits
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA)
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance while maximizing legal deductions. Our CPA attorneys identify industry-specific opportunities to reduce liabilities. Clients receive personalized guidance to understand their tax positions and future planning options.
IRS Negotiations
Our team resolves IRS levies, wage garnishments, and tax liens through Offer in Compromise and penalty abatement programs. We leverage legal precedents where taxpayers successfully challenged IRS positions, applying similar strategies to client cases.
Bookkeeping Services
We maintain accurate accounting records using QuickBooks software, supported by our Pro Certified Advisor. Services include chart of accounts setup, P&L statements, and cash flow management to ensure business financial health.
Tax Planning Strategy
Our professionals develop customized tax strategies combining accounting and legal expertise. We focus on long-term savings through entity structuring, deduction optimization, and compliance with evolving tax codes for individuals and businesses.
Audit Representation
We provide legal and accounting representation during IRS audits, leveraging our courtroom experience. Services include documentation preparation, audit response strategy, and negotiation to minimize penalties and resolve disputes effectively.
People
Kenneth C. Hutto
Founder / CPA Attorney
With 25+ years in tax strategy and litigation, Ken combines CPA and legal expertise. Certified by NACVA for business valuations, he has litigated hundreds of cases including tax disputes, will contests, and business dissolutions.
Questions
What tax services do you specialize in?
We specialize in IRS tax relief, audit representation, back tax resolution, payroll tax penalties, sales tax defense, and strategic tax planning for individuals and businesses.
Are you both CPAs and attorneys?
Yes, our firm uniquely combines Certified Public Accountants and Tax Attorneys to provide comprehensive solutions for complex tax situations.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with no time limits to help taxpayers understand their options without pressure.
Can you help with QuickBooks setup?
Our QuickBooks Pro Certified Advisor designs customized bookkeeping systems and ensures proper chart of accounts integration for accurate financial reporting.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Lakeland, Florida and surrounding areas, with virtual services available for clients statewide.
How do you handle tax disputes?
Our litigation experience includes representing clients in IRS wage garnishments, tax liens, penalty abatements, and courtroom defense for tax-related cases.
