Tax law and tax debt relief
Tax law can be intimidating, especially when it involves the IRS or California Franchise Tax Board (FTB). Whether you are facing back taxes, wage garnishments or tax liens, Jeffrey Schreiber helps clients throughout San Diego find relief through legal solutions tailored to their circumstances.
For many people, bankruptcy can offer powerful tools for resolving tax debt and stopping IRS collection actions. Jeff reviews bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy options so you can understand the available paths before deciding how to proceed.
Tax issues the firm handles
The Schreiber Law Firm represents individuals and business owners with California and federal tax matters, including:
- Unfiled returns and filing past-due returns.
- Back taxes and unpaid tax balances.
- IRS and California tax audits.
- Tax court representation.
- Tax liens and levies.
- Wage garnishments related to tax debt.
- Penalties and interest assessments.
- Installment agreements.
- Offer in Compromise negotiations.
- Business and payroll tax issues.
Each tax situation is different, and resolving tax debt often requires a customized legal approach. The firm serves clients throughout San Diego County, including San Diego, La Jolla, Chula Vista, El Cajon, Escondido, Carlsbad, Oceanside and Poway.
Understanding tax law
Tax law governs how federal, state and local taxes are assessed, collected and enforced. Individuals and businesses may encounter tax problems because of unfiled returns, underpayment of taxes, audits or financial hardship that prevents timely payment.
Tax authorities such as the IRS and FTB have broad enforcement powers. These may include tax liens, bank levies, wage garnishments and property seizures. Addressing tax issues early with legal guidance can help prevent escalation and long-term consequences.
Help for individuals
Individuals facing tax problems often feel pressure from collection actions and confusing correspondence. Jeff's tax law services include reviewing IRS and FTB notices, communicating directly with tax authorities, evaluating options for resolving tax debt, negotiating payment arrangements and advising on bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy solutions.
The goal is to reduce stress, protect assets and create a clear path forward under the law. Bring your returns and notices to the consultation so Jeff can review your specific situation.
Help for businesses
Business owners face particular challenges when dealing with payroll taxes, sales taxes or personal liability for business-related tax debt. The firm's tax law services help business owners understand their exposure and explore legal options to resolve outstanding obligations.
This may include negotiating with tax authorities, addressing liens against business assets or coordinating tax strategies with business or personal bankruptcy filings when appropriate.
Tax debt and bankruptcy
Tax debt follows different rules than credit cards. Some of it can be discharged, and some of it has to be paid. Jeff will look at your returns and notices and explain which is which.
Older income taxes
Income taxes that meet certain age and filing rules can sometimes be discharged.
Time to pay
Taxes that cannot be discharged can often be paid through a Chapter 13 plan, stopping levies while you do.
Personal guidance and payment options
Jeff runs a low-overhead practice, allowing him to offer reasonable rates and flexible payment options. Start with a free phone or video consultation to discuss the tax issues you are facing and the next steps available to you.