Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Fort Wayne IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Fort Wayne from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
When the IRS or the Indiana Department of Revenue targets a Fort Wayne manufacturer's payroll taxes, a Parkview or Lutheran physician's pass-through income, or a small-business owner's Employee Retention Credit claim, the assessments and tax warrants escalate fast - and a closed IRS audit does nothing to stop a separate DOR collection action. Segal, Cohen & Landis defends Allen County residents and businesses against IRS audits, Trust Fund Recovery Penalties, back taxes, liens, levies, and Offers in Compromise, applying federal tax-law expertise that recognizes no state border. As "The Nation's Premier IRS Tax Law Firm for Over 33 Years," the firm represents clients in all 50 states from its Beverly Hills headquarters, handling every Fort Wayne matter by phone, secure portal, and power of attorney. If you've received an IRS notice or a DOR tax warrant, call before the deadline passes and your options narrow.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Fort Wayne Clients
We represent clients in Fort Wayne and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Fort Wayne 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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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 — Fort Wayne IRS Tax Help
What IRS issues are most common for Fort Wayne taxpayers?
Fort Wayne's manufacturing economy — Lincoln Financial, Steel Dynamics, and hundreds of manufacturing and logistics businesses — creates payroll tax, worker classification, and equipment depreciation IRS issues. Indiana's flat 3.15% income tax plus Allen County's additional income tax coordinate with the IRS. Fort Wayne's growing immigrant community (Burmese and Latin American workers) creates FBAR and international tax compliance needs. Manufacturing business owners face Schedule C and payroll tax audit risk.
Does manufacturing in Fort Wayne create specific IRS audit risk?
Yes. Fort Wayne manufacturing businesses face IRS issues around equipment Section 179 and bonus depreciation deductions, inventory method elections, and worker classification for production workers. The IRS scrutinizes manufacturing businesses with large depreciation deductions and fluctuating income. Payroll tax delinquencies in the manufacturing sector lead to trust fund penalty assessments. SCL advises Fort Wayne manufacturing business owners on IRS compliance and audit defense.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent Fort Wayne and Indiana clients?
Yes. SCL serves Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, and all Indiana clients remotely. We handle IRS audits, manufacturing 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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