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Trusted Tax Resolution Services in Albany, NY
Timothy S Hart Law Group has established itself as a trusted advocate for individuals and businesses facing complex tax challenges. With a unique combination of legal expertise and certified public accounting credentials, our firm specializes in resolving federal and state tax disputes, including unfiled returns, audits, liens, and criminal investigations. Our approach prioritizes personalized attention, leveraging decades of combined experience to develop innovative solutions tailored to each client's circumstances.We maintain active memberships in the American Institute of CPAs and New York Bar Association while representing clients nationwide through strategic negotiations with the IRS and state tax authorities. Our track record demonstrates consistent success in reducing liabilities through offers in compromise, payment plans, and innocent spouse claims, supported by our founder's dual qualifications as a tax attorney and CPA.
Services
Tax Resolution
Audit Defense
Tax Fraud Defense
Payment Plans
Innocent Spouse Claims
Offer in Compromise
Wage Garnishment Relief
Tax Lien Removal
Highlights and features
- Dual-qualified attorney and CPA with 20+ years of tax law experience
- Successfully negotiated over $5 million in tax debt reductions
- Admitted to practice before U.S. Tax Court and all New York courts
- Maintains A+ rating with Better Business Bureau
- Offers free initial consultations with no obligation
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- New York Bar Association
- U.S. Tax Court
What people say
Professional and kind demeanor
Saved me from IRS issues
Genuine care for clients
Excellent negotiation results
Highly recommend services
Services
Tax Resolution
Our tax resolution service helps clients reduce or eliminate outstanding tax liabilities through strategic negotiations with the IRS and state tax authorities. We specialize in complex cases involving unfiled returns, back taxes, and criminal investigations. Our dual-qualified attorney-CPA develops customized solutions including offers in compromise, installment agreements, and penalty abatement strategies.
Audit Defense
We provide comprehensive audit defense services for individuals and businesses facing IRS or state tax examinations. Our team acts as your primary representative during audits, ensuring proper documentation submission and protecting your rights throughout the process. We develop strategic responses to audit findings and negotiate favorable outcomes to minimize financial exposure.
Offer in Compromise
Our Offer in Compromise service helps qualified taxpayers settle tax debts for less than the full amount owed. We evaluate eligibility, prepare required financial documentation, and negotiate with tax authorities to achieve reduced settlement amounts. This service is particularly effective for clients facing financial hardship or uncertain liability cases.
Tax Fraud Defense
We defend clients accused of tax fraud or evasion through proactive legal representation. Our approach focuses on demonstrating lack of intent, negotiating reduced charges, and preventing criminal prosecution. We work to protect clients' rights during investigations and represent them in all stages of potential criminal proceedings related to tax matters.
Innocent Spouse Claims
Our innocent spouse claim service helps individuals seek relief from joint tax liabilities caused by a spouse's actions. We prepare and submit required documentation to prove lack of knowledge about tax discrepancies and demonstrate fairness considerations. This service has successfully protected clients from unfair tax burdens in divorce and separation cases.
People
Timothy S. Hart
Tax Attorney & CPA
Timothy S. Hart is a dual-qualified tax attorney and certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience resolving complex tax issues. He holds memberships in the American Institute of CPAs and New York Bar Association, and is admitted to practice before the U.S. Tax Court. Tim graduated cum laude from Widener Law School and the University at Albany's Masters in Taxation program.
Questions
How does the tax resolution process work?
We first analyze your financial situation and tax issues, then develop a strategy using available IRS programs. This may include payment plans, offers in compromise, or penalty abatement.
Can you help with IRS audits?
Yes, we represent clients during audits, prepare required documentation, and negotiate with auditors to minimize liability while protecting your legal rights throughout the process.
What payment options exist for tax debt?
We negotiate various payment solutions including installment agreements, partial payments, and offers in compromise based on your financial circumstances and eligibility criteria.
How can tax fraud charges be defended?
Our defense strategy focuses on proving lack of intent, demonstrating cooperation with authorities, and negotiating reduced charges or alternative resolutions to avoid criminal prosecution when possible.
What makes your firm different?
Our unique combination of legal and accounting expertise, proven success in complex cases, and personalized approach with direct attorney communication set us apart from typical tax resolution services.
Do you handle out-of-state cases?
Yes, while based in New York, we represent clients nationwide before the IRS and state tax authorities, providing remote consultations and virtual case management.
