Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
California IRS Tax Attorney
Serving California from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
California taxpayers across the state — in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Orange County, and every other California city and county — facing IRS audits, FTB disputes, offshore compliance issues, or back tax debt can reach Segal, Cohen & Landis. The firm is based in Beverly Hills and has represented California taxpayers for over 33 years.
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IRS & Tax Context for California
IRS Office for California Taxpayers
IRS Los Angeles Office (Primary CA Field Office)
300 N. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 576-3140
Federal / Tax Court
U.S. Tax Court — Los Angeles and San Francisco Sessions | U.S. District Courts for the Central, Northern, Eastern, and Southern Districts of California
California tax context
Tax issues affecting California
California's tax enforcement environment is unlike any other state in the country.
California audit and collection authority
The Franchise Tax Board imposes the nation's highest state income tax rate at 13.3% and operates an independent audit and collection operation that mirrors IRS enforcement. An IRS settlement does not close a California FTB case — the FTB conducts independent examinations.
Federal adjustments and state returns
California's conformity rules mean most federal adjustments automatically affect California returns, creating dual liability exposure.
Residency and source income
The FTB also aggressively enforces residency and source-income rules, pursuing high-income individuals who leave California while retaining California-source income.
Cities We Serve in California
Local IRS context for the California cities where we see the most cases. Every matter is handled from our Beverly Hills office, by phone and video.
IRS Tax Services Available to California Clients
We represent clients in California and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why California 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.
Client Reviews
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What Our Clients Say
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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 — California IRS Tax Help
What makes California's tax enforcement different from other states?
California's FTB is one of the most aggressive state tax agencies in the country. It conducts independent audits, pursues former residents for California-source income after they move, and imposes penalties and interest that compound rapidly. An IRS settlement does not resolve a California case — both must be handled. SCL manages both IRS and FTB proceedings simultaneously for California clients.
I moved out of California. Does the FTB still have authority over me?
California taxes former residents on all California-source income — rental property, business income, gain on California real estate sales, and stock options from California employment. The FTB aggressively pursues domicile-change audits for high-income taxpayers who move to Nevada, Texas, Arizona, or other no-tax states. SCL handles FTB residency audits for former California residents.
Does Segal, Cohen & Landis handle cases from all California cities?
Yes. SCL represents California taxpayers statewide — from Los Angeles and Orange County to the Bay Area, Central Valley, and San Diego. Most matters are handled remotely. In-person consultations are available at the Beverly Hills office at 9100 Wilshire Blvd.
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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