How To Tell When You Need A Tax Attorney

Posted by Articles Point on Monday, August 13, 2012

Do you have a taxable estate? Do you need to make complicated estate planning decisions? Are you involved in international business? Do you plan to bring a suit against the IRS? Has the IRS pursued a criminal investigation against you? Did you commit tax fraud?

If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, you may be in need of a tax attorney. This type of lawyer specializes their practice in the complicated and often intimidating areas of law, legal systems, and court processes required for tax law. While many individuals do not require a lawyer for tax issues on a regular basis, this type of attorney is invaluable for navigating the system when areas are complex, technical, or downright muddled.

What should you look for when considering a tax attorney for hire? All lawyers in this area of practice must have their Juris Doctor degree and must be admitted to the state bar by passing the state bar exam. These requirements do not set attorneys that specialize in taxes apart from other attorneys. Any lawyer must meet these requirements in order to practice law in a particular state. However, many lawyers that claim to be a tax attorney also have their Master of Laws degree in taxation. This additional training is vital to their overall expertise in the area of tax litigation.

If you are looking for a tax attorney, one of the best ways to find a reputable lawyer that you can trust is to go based on the recommendation of friends and family. However, if that is not possible, there are many online and other routes for attorney hire. Once you have found a lawyer that you think might benefit your case, it is important to schedule an initial interview in order to determine if they are right for you.

First, it is important to ask the right questions to ensure the lawyer is legally able to practice law in your state and that they have met all state bar requirements. Next, enquire about which (if any) area that the attorney specializes. Even among lawyers that work with taxes, a certain tax attorney may specialize in estates while another works primarily with IRS court cases. Lastly, you want to ask important questions such as how much the attorney will charge in order to determine if they fit within your budget. It is important to ask these questions up front so no scary surprises pop up later.

During the initial consultation, the lawyer should have several questions for you in order to get a feel for your case and determine whether or not they are able to help you. You should ask the lawyer if they think they can help your case and if not, whether they have another attorney in mind that may better suit your needs.

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