Federal Tax Debts
Explains the penalties and interest that accrue on unpaid federal tax debt and the IRS resolution options available to individuals and businesses who owe back taxes.
Seattle Federal Tax Debt Attorney
If you are delinquent on paying your taxes, you face heavy penalties and interest charges that continue to accrue until your tax problem is resolved. Moreover, IRS tax evasion is a federal crime that can result in not only heavy fines, but also in imprisonment. Likewise, collected and unremitted sales tax may result in criminal prosecution by the State of Washington.
If you have been notified by the Internal Revenue Service or the Washington State Department of Revenue that your personal or business tax returns are under investigation, the tax law firm of Lana Kurilova Rich PLLC is ready to help. Our Seattle federal tax debt lawyer provides aggressive, effective tax audit preparation and litigation defense for business owners, professionals and individuals who are facing the severe consequences of IRS or B&O tax debt.
Bellevue Lawyer, Representing Business Owners and Professionals in IRS Tax Audits
Since 2003, attorney Lana Rich has been advising owners of small- and medium-sized businesses about complex federal tax issues such as audit prevention, 940 and 941 payroll tax forms, and 1120 tax returns for C corporations, S corporations, and international corporations. Our primary objective is always to help you remain in business while providing IRS audit representation, as we propose a fair workout plan for back taxes, negotiate an offer in compromise or an abatement of tax penalties. We also offer in-house year-round accounting, tax return preparation and bookkeeping services for your business, including for S corporations, C corporations, foreign corporations, LLCs and nonprofit agencies.
Individuals
For individuals and families confronted with IRS tax debt problems, we offer affordable representation that is focused on preventing the most serious financial and criminal consequences of underpaying personal income taxes. We can help prepare and file delinquent or amended tax returns, and negotiate a fair offer in compromise and workout plan that will not ruin your family's finances. We can help prevent wage garnishments and stop liens and levies for tax delinquencies. The IRS recognizes us for our integrity and honest approach to truly trying to reach an agreement that is right for everyone.
Are You Being Pursued for Unpaid Taxes? Contact Our Bellevue, Washington, Tax Law Firm
Whether you are a business owner or an individual, IRS tax problems are real and can result in serious penalties and interest. Contact our offices in Bellevue, Washington, to discuss how our IRS tax audit attorney can help you resolve your federal tax problems.
About Attorney Lana Kurilova Rich
- Washington tax attorney since 2003: Lana Kurilova Rich has been admitted to the Washington State Bar since 2003 and has focused her practice on tax law since opening Lana Kurilova Rich, PLLC the same year.
- Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.): Lana earned her LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Washington School of Law in 2007 in addition to her J.D. from Seattle University School of Law in 2003.
- Former Court of Appeals law clerk: Lana served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Elaine Houghton of the Washington State Court of Appeals, Division II.
- Bilingual: English and Russian: Born and raised in Russia, Lana is fluent in Russian and licensed to practice law in the Russian Federation in addition to Washington State.
- Federal, state, and international scope: Lana represents clients before the IRS, Washington State agencies (DOR, ESD, and L&I), and on cross-border tax matters including FBAR and Form 8938 compliance.
- Direct attorney communication: Clients work directly with Lana Kurilova Rich, not a routing desk. Calls and emails are returned promptly throughout the engagement.
- Pro bono Low Income Taxpayer Clinic: Lana has volunteered with the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic since 2006, helping qualifying taxpayers resolve IRS disputes at no cost.
- Integrated tax preparation and bookkeeping: The firm provides federal and state tax preparation alongside legal representation, reducing handoffs and accelerating resolution.
We invite you to contact our Bellevue, Washington, law office today by phone or by e-mail to discuss your case with our experienced tax lawyer. We are here to help.