Reducing Tax Penalties and Interest
Bellevue, Washington Penalty Abatement Lawyer
Penalties and interest on past due taxes can quickly grow into a substantial burden of their own. Even if you cannot pay the tax debt now, you can take action to limit the further accrual of penalties and possibly have them rescinded or reduced.
The law firm of Lana Kurilova Rich PLLC has a successful record with penalty abatement, including the IRS "innocent spouse" defense. We represent businesses and individuals in the Seattle and Puget Sound area, as well as statewide and nationwide. Call us today at 425-214-4351 or toll-free at 866-418-3175 to learn how our experienced tax attorney can help.
Federal and State Penalty Abatement
The IRS is often receptive to reasonable explanations of why tax returns were filed late or the actual taxes were not paid or paid late. Whether your business failed to collect and pay employment taxes or you were late on your federal income taxes without a valid extension, Lana Rich can help. We have been able to get IRS fines waived for clients who can provide evidence of a divorce, a child's illness, addictions, medical problems of self or family members, or other personal hardships. She sits down with you to understand your situation and find information that can be used to your advantage.
The Washington State Department of Revenue, Department of Labor & Industries, and Employment Security Department are less forgiving — much of their operating budget depends on collecting penalties and interest. However, we can usually negotiate a reduction in penalties, or at least halt further accrual.
Innocent Spouse Relief
Are you being held responsible for tax debts accumulated by your spouse or ex-spouse without your knowledge? Did you find out about a tax obligation only after your wife or husband died? The IRS recognizes an "innocent spouse" defense. Lana Kurilova Rich PLLC can petition the IRS for tax absolution if your former partner failed to advise you of your joint or separate tax filing or payment obligations, your financial situation, of if he or she was engaged in criminal activity, or assumed tax liabilities without your co-signature or other consent.
There are options for penalty abatement if your tax lawyer knows what she is doing. Contact Lana Kurilova Rich, PLLC for a free initial phone consultation. We do not charge a fee until we determine we can help your cause.
