Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Baton Rouge IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Baton Rouge from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Baton Rouge taxpayers tied to the petrochemical corridor, oil and gas royalties, and LSU-adjacent professional practices face some of the most aggressive IRS scrutiny in the Gulf South - from depletion deduction challenges and Schedule C reconstruction audits to Louisiana Department of Revenue assessments that proceed entirely apart from any federal settlement. Whether you are a Mid-City contractor with unfiled returns, a Geismar plant engineer hit with a CP2000, or a mineral-rights heir facing a partnership audit, Segal, Cohen & Landis brings the firepower of a dedicated IRS tax controversy practice to the Red Stick. Based in Beverly Hills and admitted to practice before the IRS in all 50 states, the firm has resolved federal tax disputes - audits, liens, levies, Offers in Compromise, and Tax Court litigation - for more than 33 years. If the IRS or Louisiana DOR has contacted you, the window to protect your income and assets is closing - call before a notice becomes a levy.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Baton Rouge Clients
We represent clients in Baton Rouge and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Baton Rouge Taxpayers Choose Segal, Cohen & Landis
Attorney-Led, Not Sales-Led
Every case is handled directly by a licensed tax attorney — never delegated to an unenrolled preparer or case manager. You get attorney judgment from day one.
33+ Years of IRS Experience
Sam Landis, Esq. has spent over three decades navigating IRS Collection, IRS Examination, and U.S. Tax Court on behalf of individuals and businesses.
National IRS Practice
We practice before the IRS in all 50 states and U.S. territories. Your physical location doesn't limit your access to experienced IRS tax counsel.
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“Sam resolved a six-figure IRS levy in under a week. He communicated every step clearly and got the result we needed. I can't recommend SCL highly enough.”
Michael T. · 2024
“I had an extremely complex FBAR and Form 3520 situation. Sam understood every nuance and handled the voluntary disclosure flawlessly. Genuinely the best in the field.”
Priya R. · 2024
“After receiving an IRS audit notice I was terrified. The team at SCL walked me through everything, represented me completely, and the audit closed with no changes. Worth every penny.”
David L. · 2023
Samuel Landis, Esq. · LL.M. Taxation, Boston University · 33+ years IRS controversy practice
Frequently Asked Questions — Baton Rouge IRS Tax Help
What IRS issues are most common for Baton Rouge's oil, petrochemical, and government sectors?
Baton Rouge hosts major petrochemical facilities (ExxonMobil, Dow, BASF) and Louisiana State University. Petrochemical workers face complex deferred compensation, stock award, and union benefit taxation. LSU faculty and researchers have fellowship income and FBAR obligations. Louisiana's state income tax (up to 4.25%) coordinates with the IRS. Baton Rouge's real estate market creates passive loss and rental income reporting obligations.
Does working in the petrochemical industry in Baton Rouge create IRS issues?
Yes. Petrochemical and refinery workers at ExxonMobil and Dow Chemical facilities in Baton Rouge often receive complex compensation packages — deferred compensation, profit-sharing, stock options, and large retirement accounts. Plant shutdown bonuses and early retirement incentives are fully taxable in the year received. SCL advises Baton Rouge petrochemical industry workers and retirees on federal IRS reporting and audit defense.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent Baton Rouge and Louisiana clients?
Yes. SCL serves Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and all Louisiana clients remotely. We handle IRS audits, petrochemical industry tax issues, FBAR, back taxes, and all federal tax controversies.
How quickly can you stop a wage garnishment or bank levy?
In most cases, we can issue an IRS levy release or garnishment suspension within 24–72 hours of being retained, pending IRS processing. The first step is a free consultation to assess your situation.
What is the cost of a tax attorney consultation?
We offer a free initial consultation to evaluate your situation. Fee schedules vary by case type and complexity — we are transparent about fees before any engagement.
Attorney-Led IRS Representation
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