Moskowitz LLP is a full-service tax law firm composed of tax attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents. Senior Partner Steve Moskowitz has practiced tax law in San Francisco for more than 30 years and is fully aware that tax complications can significantly disrupt or even destroy the livelihoods and personal stability of individuals and business owners. For this reason, he has devoted his practice to assisting clients throughout California and across the United States in resolving tax issues and moving forward with their personal and professional lives. His extensive experience in tax law, along with decades of courtroom and administrative practice, supports highly informed judgment in developing effective resolution strategies.
Our firm provides comprehensive services, including tax resolution, tax preparation, tax audit representation, tax litigation, employee retention credits (ERC), accounting and bookkeeping services, estate planning, tax planning, business formation services, and criminal tax representation. We handle IRS and state tax collection matters with firm and lawful advocacy, and we develop tax preparation strategies intended to reduce liability and ensure compliance. We also represent clients during audits that are increasingly aggressive and intrusive, as well as in criminal tax investigations with potentially severe outcomes. Our services are structured to address each clients needs with precision and diligence. We serve clients nationwide, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake City.
Our firm provides comprehensive services, including tax resolution, tax preparation, tax audit representation, tax litigation, employee retention credits (ERC), accounting and bookkeeping services, estate planning, tax planning, business formation services, and criminal tax representation. We handle IRS and state tax collection matters with firm and lawful advocacy, and we develop tax preparation strategies intended to reduce liability and ensure compliance. We also represent clients during audits that are increasingly aggressive and intrusive, as well as in criminal tax investigations with potentially severe outcomes. Our services are structured to address each clients needs with precision and diligence. We serve clients nationwide, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake City.
Served areas
- We Serve Clients Nationwide, Including in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake City.
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Experienced tax attorneys serving clients nationwide since decades
- Comprehensive tax resolution, audit defense, litigation, and planning services
- Aggressive legal representation for IRS and state tax matters
- Over thirty years experience in California tax law practice
- Strategic tax preparation and compliance for businesses individuals
- Personalized defense helping resolve complex tax issues efficiently
Associations and certifications
- BBB Accredited Business A+
Payment methods
- Cash
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
Services
We provide tax resolution services addressing IRS, FTB, and other state tax authorities. We understand the stress of penalties, levies, garnishments, and potential enforcement actions. Our experienced professionals represent individuals and businesses with practical, tailored solutions. We handle negotiations, payment arrangements, abatements, audits, and litigation support aligned with client goals.
Our firm provides professional tax preparation focused on accuracy, organization, and compliance for individuals and businesses. We carefully prepare and structure every return to reflect current tax requirements and available legal benefits. Our team evaluates each detail to identify deductions and credits that may apply. We strive to support clients with reliable efficient filing services.
We deliver IRS and state tax audit defense for individuals and businesses. Our skilled tax attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents safeguard your rights, assets, and reputation. We offer comprehensive audit defense backed by decades of experience in complex tax matters. We manage income, payroll, sales, and specialized audits to reduce risk and achieve favorable outcomes.
We represent clients in disputes with the IRS and provide guidance on when to challenge U.S. Tax Court findings. Our tax litigation approach is designed to protect your rights, reduce potential liabilities, and pursue favorable outcomes that may not be achievable through negotiation alone. We view litigation as a strategic, effective option despite common concerns.
Criminal tax matters may involve allegations of fraud, evasion, or improper filings across multiple contexts. We represent taxpayers, preparers, promoters, and advisors facing direct or secondary liability claims. Our work includes Employee Retention Credit issues, voluntary disclosure evaluations, and whistleblower matters. We also prepare clients for litigation or resolution strategies depending on case developments.
We provide professional estate planning assistance that helps individuals and families protect their financial legacy. Our services include drafting precise legal documents and developing strategies that address tax exposure and asset protection. We rely on extensive experience in tax law and accounting to strengthen each plan. Clients receive structured guidance aimed at preventing disputes and ensuring their intentions are carried out.
People
Steve Moskowitz
Senior Partner & Tax Attorney
Steve Moskowitz knows that clients lives and livelihoods can be upended or even destroyed when tax trouble arises. As a tax attorney in San Francisco for more than 30 years, Steve has made it is his personal mission to help business owners and individual clients in California and Nationwide successfully resolve tax issues and go on with their lives.
Paul Vargas
Managing Attorney
Paul is a keystone of our many departments. He coordinates our tax preparation, ERC cases, and tax resolution services, as well as our corporate formation and governance, and mergers and acquisitions work. And he manages all this while performing legal services for the firm on behalf of our clients: representing clients for tax court, in audits, and providing legal opinions for the numerous high-stakes cases and controversies Moskowitz LLP resolves.
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Md Mahmud Hasan
Mar 08, 2026
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Ive been a client for many years, and the service continues to improve every year. Its not just about the tax preparationthe customer service is always friendly, professional, and reliable. I recommend them to everyone I know and plan to remain a client for the long term.
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Raquel Herrera
Feb 06, 2026
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Junji Suzuki
Nov 30, 2025
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Bonnie Horsley
Nov 03, 2025
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Jenna Page
Oct 27, 2025
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Steve, Paul, Chris, and LaTrisha guided me with expertise through filing all my taxes correctly. I'm great at running my business, but when it comes to taxes, I trust the experts who specialize in maximizing deductions and navigating complexities. Steve is outstandinghe makes the entire process feel comfortable and stress-free. Highly recommend him and the team!
Cerrito Classics Friends Of The Cerrito
Sep 26, 2025
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Tim Cowell Noto
Jun 28, 2025
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Thank you to the entire Moskowitz Team! My ERC refund greatly exceeded my expectations. The entire process was expertly handled with superb communication and attention to every detail. Every call I made was answered, or returned in a timely manner. The staff is very professional, helpful, and thorough. I am extremely happy with the service I received. I recommend Moskowitz LLP 100% for handling any Tax situation.
Tim Cowell, CEO
Radiology Partners, LLC
Tim Cowell, CEO
Radiology Partners, LLC
Bob Rossi
Jun 27, 2025
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I have used Steve Moskowitz and his excellent Staff twice in the
past two years regarding ERTC matters and on both occasions
the matters were resolved under 6 months. The arrangement was
a one time fee based amount which allowed me to make a sound
financial decision to recoup my monies from the IRS. Would encourage everyone to listen to the radio commercial and put
the matters in the hands of professionals who deal with these issues on a daily basis. The introduction with Steve personally
getting on the phone and stating the arrangement and leaving
me with the confidence that the matter was going to be taken
care of to my expectations was all that I needed to make the
commitment to his Firm. Keep up the good work
Bob R Pleasanton Calif
past two years regarding ERTC matters and on both occasions
the matters were resolved under 6 months. The arrangement was
a one time fee based amount which allowed me to make a sound
financial decision to recoup my monies from the IRS. Would encourage everyone to listen to the radio commercial and put
the matters in the hands of professionals who deal with these issues on a daily basis. The introduction with Steve personally
getting on the phone and stating the arrangement and leaving
me with the confidence that the matter was going to be taken
care of to my expectations was all that I needed to make the
commitment to his Firm. Keep up the good work
Bob R Pleasanton Calif
Douglas McCormack
Jun 03, 2025
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Rob Wood
Feb 12, 2025
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I reached out to Moskowitz LLP for help pursuing ERC reimbursement from the IRS. I had no luck making any progress on my own, and although the government stopped processing for a considerable time, Moskowitz was able to leverage their contacts to expedite and ultimately resolve the long-awaited reimbursement. Very professional, responsive and capable, highly recommend them for any type of business matters that need legal help.
Rob Adamson
Jan 26, 2025
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I applied and was approved for 4 ERC payments and only received 3. I waited for approximately 1 year to get the final payment without success. I contacted Steves office frequently trying to get an answer of when I would get the final payment. I was offered an accelerated program that Steve suggested and I got my final payment in full before I even got the bill from my credit card company for the fee. All I can say is it was super quick and well with the extra fee to secure the paymentthanks to Steve and his staff!!
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Laurie Fusia
Nov 12, 2024
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We started working with Moskowitz LLP for 2022 tax returns after coming out of the pandemic and having a really difficult time finding a new CPA. We are literally a Mom & Pop business and a very small account for a CPA firm. Moskowitz took us on and guided us through the COVID intricacies. I was having a terrible time switching to QuickBooks online and Zhanna Mironova held my hand and with patience and a lot of hard work got me through. I can't thank her and the whole team at Moskowitz enough!
Steven Sager
Sep 22, 2024
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As a real estate broker and attorney I had prior occasions to hear Moskovitz talk on tax matters in professional meetings. I therefore knew that as a CPA and attorney, he was knowledgeable.
When I had a tax matter arise for a business entity I controlled, I contacted his tax law office.
I initially thought the fee he quoted was a bit high. I went with the firm anyway .
The results from their representation were fine and the amount of work they spent on the case justified the fee charged.
When I had a tax matter arise for a business entity I controlled, I contacted his tax law office.
I initially thought the fee he quoted was a bit high. I went with the firm anyway .
The results from their representation were fine and the amount of work they spent on the case justified the fee charged.
Bruce Conroy
Aug 31, 2024
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Want to give a Very High recommendation to Steve MoskowitzLLP and his staff - Jialin; Mary; and Sheri. They addressed my tax issues with outstanding results saving me a substantial amount of taxes due, far exceeding my expectations.
. They answered all my questions, concerns, and options and I will continue to utilize their professional services and expertise for all my past, present, and future tax matters.
. They answered all my questions, concerns, and options and I will continue to utilize their professional services and expertise for all my past, present, and future tax matters.
Kenny Wardell
Apr 07, 2024
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After hearing Steve on KCBS Radio I decided to give him a call and I'm so glad I did. Absolutely thrilled with Moskowitz LLP!
Steve and the whole team are top-notch. They handled a very complex case like pros from day one, keeping me in the loop the whole way.
Their attention to detail and dedication are impressive. You're not just a number here; they genuinely cared about my situation. Communication was always on point, and they were quick to answer my questions.
I can't recommend Steve and his team at Moskowitz LLP enough. If you want a team that's passionate, knows their stuff, and has your back, these are the folks to call.
Steve and the whole team are top-notch. They handled a very complex case like pros from day one, keeping me in the loop the whole way.
Their attention to detail and dedication are impressive. You're not just a number here; they genuinely cared about my situation. Communication was always on point, and they were quick to answer my questions.
I can't recommend Steve and his team at Moskowitz LLP enough. If you want a team that's passionate, knows their stuff, and has your back, these are the folks to call.
Mark Payne
Mar 26, 2024
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Melanie Morgan
Dec 14, 2023
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Steve Moskowitz has been doing our taxes since 2001 and I cant begin to express my gratitude for the professionalism, care and diligence with which he treats our finances. Having Steve and his excellent team behind me makes me feel like Im a member of his own family. Hes saved me thousands of dollars and more importantly peace of mind. Five stars for Moskowitz LLC!!!
Tony Rhein
Dec 09, 2023
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Steve has been a trusted resource for me and my family for over 10 years. He is very personable and can relate to ANY circumstance you might have because of his nearly 40 years of experience. What I appreciate most about Steve is that he took the stigma, or the fear out of the equation and helped me to realize that there is always a solution, and Steve always finds one.
Chris Young
Sep 06, 2023
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My company has been doing business with Steve Moskowitz for over 30 years. I've personally done business with Steve for 15+ years. In that time, I have found Steve to be truthful, knowledgeable and extremely helpful with his counsel. Steve has been very honest and upfront with me, which I for one appreciate because I don't want my attorney to soft peddle the facts. I've recommended Steve to friends and his recommendations and counsel to me and my friends have been spot on.
Most recently, not only did Steve and his team help me with my living trust (efficient, excellent advice and counsel!), we had a tax issue with my 92 year old mother's return....in a matter of moments, they found the error of a vendor who told us she would have to pay taxes, and saved her thousands!! I also was able to listen to several of his podcasts....very informative and helpful! I find his integrity to be beyond reproach and would highly recommend Steve to ANYONE!!.
Most recently, not only did Steve and his team help me with my living trust (efficient, excellent advice and counsel!), we had a tax issue with my 92 year old mother's return....in a matter of moments, they found the error of a vendor who told us she would have to pay taxes, and saved her thousands!! I also was able to listen to several of his podcasts....very informative and helpful! I find his integrity to be beyond reproach and would highly recommend Steve to ANYONE!!.
Savio Rodrigues
Jan 26, 2023
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IRS letter 2019
The IRS sent me a letter stating I miscalculated my tax return of 2019 that the sale of my company shares exceeded what I initially reported. Im far from a tax expert and reached out to Andrew Ford at moskowitz LLP law firm. Andrew help me with engaging the IRS and help solve my matter. I highly recommend Andrew Ford and the team as moskowitz
The IRS sent me a letter stating I miscalculated my tax return of 2019 that the sale of my company shares exceeded what I initially reported. Im far from a tax expert and reached out to Andrew Ford at moskowitz LLP law firm. Andrew help me with engaging the IRS and help solve my matter. I highly recommend Andrew Ford and the team as moskowitz