Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Canada IRS Tax Attorney
Serving U.S. taxpayers in Canada from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
US citizens and green card holders living in Canada — including dual nationals, RRSP/TFSA holders, and cross-border workers — can contact Segal, Cohen & Landis for expert US international tax attorney representation.
International Clients
Canada
IRS & Tax Context for Canada
IRS Office for Canada Taxpayers
IRS International — Austin Service Center (US Expats Canada)
3651 S. Interregional Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78741 (correspondence for Canadian filers)
(512) 460-8900
Federal / Tax Court
U.S. Tax Court — Seattle or Detroit Sessions (nearest to most Canadian-US border crossings)
International Tax Landscape
The US-Canada tax treaty is one of the most comprehensive bilateral tax agreements in the world. It covers income from employment, business profits, pensions (RRSP, RRIF, CPP, OAS), real estate, and capital gains. However, FBAR and FATCA still require US persons in Canada to report Canadian accounts. TFSAs (Tax-Free Savings Accounts) are not recognized as tax-exempt under US law — growth inside a TFSA is fully taxable to US citizens and must be reported. US persons who own Canadian corporations face Form 5471 reporting and potential subpart F income inclusion. Dual US-Canadian citizens who renounce US citizenship must comply with IRC Section 877A expatriation rules.
IRS Tax Services Available to Canada Clients
We represent clients in Canada and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Canada 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 — Canada IRS Tax Help
What US tax obligations do US citizens living in Canada have?
US citizens and green card holders in Canada must file US tax returns on worldwide income regardless of Canadian residence. The US-Canada tax treaty provides foreign tax credits, but FBAR reporting for Canadian bank accounts (RBC, TD, Scotia, BMO) and TFSA accounts remains mandatory. Canadian RRSPs can defer US taxation under treaty — but TFSAs are not treaty-recognized and their income is fully taxable in the US. SCL guides Canadian-based US taxpayers through these obligations.
Are Canadian TFSAs and RRSPs taxable in the United States?
Canadian TFSAs (Tax-Free Savings Accounts) are not recognized as tax-advantaged by the IRS — gains and income inside a TFSA are fully US-taxable annually. Canadian RRSPs can defer US taxation under the US-Canada treaty, but proper treaty elections must be made annually. Funds inside TFSAs and RRSPs also trigger FBAR obligations. SCL guides Canadian-based US taxpayers on TFSA, RRSP, and cross-border tax compliance.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent US citizens in Canada?
Yes. SCL represents US citizens and green card holders in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, and all Canadian cities by phone and video. We handle Canadian expat US tax filings, FBAR, TFSA/RRSP reporting, IRS voluntary disclosure, and all US international tax obligations. Time zone coordination is available.
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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Cross-border tax topics for Canada
For an overview of common reporting issues, see our Canada international tax guide.