Florida Tax Attorneys | Help with Federal and State Taxes
Tax law is divided into both federal tax and state tax. While some states do not have an income tax, all residents and citizens of the United States are subject to federal income tax. The more assets that an individual owns, unfortunately, the more complicated the tax law becomes. If you are facing a tax audit or want to appeal a tax decision, you have the right to do so with the help of an attorney.
Our Florida Taxation Attorneys can explain in detail the complex state and federal tax laws that affect you and your case. Take charge of your IRS or Florida Department of Revenue tax issues by working with the attorneys at Bogin, Munns & Munns.
Types of Tax Cases We Handle
The tax attorneys at Bogin, Munns & Munns provide taxation help and representation for:
- IRS / Federal Income Tax Cases
- Estate & Gift Tax Cases
- State Statutes Dealing with Taxation
- Corporate Taxation
- International Taxation
- Florida Department of Revenue Cases
We will set up a consultation with you to discuss your case, analyze your situation, and figure out how we can help.
Understanding Your IRS Audit
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) sometimes audits taxpayers to check the veracity of submitted tax information. Even if you know that your records are accurate, you still need to take an IRS audit seriously. Some of the reasons why the IRS might select you for a tax audit include:
- A perceived problem with your submitted paperwork
- A random selection for an audit based on computer algorithms
- You have had business dealings with someone who has been recently audited
Getting audited by either the IRS or the Florida Department of Revenue does not necessarily mean you have committed a crime or have any problems with your tax paperwork. However, an IRS and Florida Department of Revenue tax attorney can help protect your rights during the audit. Remember: the IRS agent ultimately looks out for the interests of the IRS, so it’s good to have legal help on your side.
Potential Penalties for Federal Tax Issues
At the end of an audit, the IRS agent will make a determination regarding your tax paperwork. This could go one of three ways:
- The agent finds no issues with your paperwork.
- The agent makes a change in the paperwork that you agree with.
- The agent makes a change that you disagree with.
If you disagree with the agent’s findings, you can file an appeal with help from the IRS tax attorneys at Bogin, Munns & Munns. It is especially important to dispute findings that hold you in breach of federal tax law. Potential penalties for tax evasion or fraud include:
- Up to five years in prison
- Up to $100,000 in fines
Most of us don’t have that kind of money, and no one wants to spend time in prison. Furthermore, no one wants to pay fines that they do not actually owe. Having an attorney on your side can help preserve your rights and take some of the weight off your shoulders throughout the process.
If you are up for an audit or accused of tax misconduct, the attorneys at Bogin, Munns & Munns can help protect your rights and defend your case. We can discuss your specific circumstances during a consultation to help you determine the best path forward.