Tax Evasion & Tax Fraud Defense
Explains the criminal exposure created by tax evasion and fraud allegations and the process for responding to an IRS criminal referral.
Seattle Tax Evasion Defense Attorney
The IRS would rather have the money, but it can and does put taxpayers behind bars for tax evasion and tax fraud. If you are facing criminal charges for failure to file or pay taxes, or want to prevent that scenario, the law firm of Lana Kurilova Rich PLLC can help. We apply all our skills and resources to help clients stay out of jail and negotiate a more favorable resolution to your tax evasion charges.
We represent individual taxpayers, corporate officers, professionals and small-business owners in the Seattle area, statewide and nationwide. Call us at (425) 289-0629, for an phone consultation with our Seattle tax evasion defense lawyer.
Tax Fraud and Evasion Defense and Tax Compliance Counsel From Our Bellevue Lawyer
We can help come into compliance proactively, or we can build a strong tax evasion defense and represent you in U.S. District Court if you have been indicted for:
- Failure to file tax returns
- Failure to pay taxes owed
- Filing false returns
Most people do not willfully defraud the government. Perhaps you did not realize you owed the taxes. Perhaps your spouse or ex-spouse kept you in the dark regarding your tax obligations. Perhaps you made an honest mistake on your return. Perhaps you filed a fraudulent return as a result of an elaborate investment and tax evasion scam. Maybe you were too busy or suffered a personal hardship. Or you thought you were off the IRS' radar and you would "catch up later." But now, in addition to tax debt, penalties and interest, there is the serious possibility of jail time.
We act quickly to determine how much you owe and your ability to make amends. If you can pay the tax, it may be in your best interests to do so. If you have been losing sleep because you cannot pay the tax, we can act as the go-between to work out an arrangement. If you hire a lawyer and take steps toward voluntary compliance, the government will have a harder time proving criminal intent.
Accused of Filing Fraudulent Returns? Call (425) 289-0629 for an Initial Phone Consultation With Our Washington Attorney
Contact our Bellevue law office immediately. There is too much at stake to ignore the problem any longer. Bellevue tax fraud attorney Lana Rich will do everything in her power to avoid a conviction.
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.