Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Dallas IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Dallas from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Dallas and DFW taxpayers — including financial executives, real estate investors with complex 1031 exchanges, tech and healthcare professionals, and business owners with payroll tax obligations — face sophisticated IRS enforcement without state income tax as a buffer. Segal, Cohen & Landis provides attorney-led federal IRS representation for Dallas clients, handled entirely by phone and video from our Beverly Hills office.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Dallas Clients
We represent clients in Dallas and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Dallas 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 — Dallas IRS Tax Help
What are the most common IRS audit issues for Dallas real estate investors?
Dallas real estate investors frequently face IRS audits around 1031 exchange timing and qualification (failed identification deadlines, related-party exchanges, personal property allocated incorrectly), depreciation recapture at ordinary income rates on property disposition, passive activity loss limitations under Section 469, and cost segregation study accuracy. Short-term rental (Airbnb/VRBO) income reporting and material participation determinations are growing audit triggers as the DFW rental market has expanded rapidly. SCL represents Dallas real estate investors in IRS examination and appeals.
How does Section 409A affect Dallas financial executives and corporate employees?
Section 409A governs nonqualified deferred compensation plans — including executive bonus plans, stock appreciation rights, and separation pay arrangements common at Dallas-area financial services and technology companies. A plan that violates Section 409A results in immediate income inclusion for all amounts deferred, plus a 20% additional tax. The IRS actively audits nonqualified deferred comp arrangements. SCL advises Dallas executives on 409A compliance and defends audit examinations involving deferred compensation.
Does Texas having no state income tax reduce my IRS audit risk?
No. The absence of Texas state income tax eliminates one enforcement layer but does not reduce federal IRS exposure. Dallas's high-income population, significant business activity, and complex compensation structures mean IRS audit rates here are comparable to high-state-tax metros. There is no state tax agency to satisfy — but the IRS operates independently and fully enforces all federal tax law on Texas residents.
Can SCL handle FBAR and international tax cases for Dallas's international community?
Yes. DFW's Indian-American, Nigerian, South Asian, and Latin American communities carry FBAR reporting obligations for foreign accounts. Unreported accounts face penalties of $10,000 to $100,000+ per year for non-willful failures, and potentially 50% of account value for willful violations. SCL handles FBAR voluntary disclosure, streamlined filing procedures, Form 3520 for foreign gifts, and all international tax compliance for Dallas-area clients.
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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