Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Irvine IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Irvine from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Irvine residents — including the area's large Chinese-American and Korean-American communities — and business owners facing IRS audits, FBAR compliance issues, FTB disputes, or back tax debt can reach Segal, Cohen & Landis. Our Beverly Hills office serves Orange County clients and handles both federal and California state tax matters.
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IRS & Tax Context for Irvine
All of California →IRS Office for Irvine Taxpayers
IRS Los Angeles Campus (nearest to Orange County)
300 N. Los Angeles St., Stop 7345, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 576-3140
Federal / Tax Court
U.S. Tax Court — Los Angeles Session | U.S. District Court for the Central District of California (Southern Division, Santa Ana)
California tax context
Tax issues affecting Irvine
Irvine's Chinese-American and Korean-American communities are among the largest in the country, and international tax compliance is a constant issue: Bank of China and Korean bank accounts, foreign real estate, and investments in mainland China and Korea require FBAR, Form 8938, and in some cases Form 5471 or 3520 reporting.
Technology compensation
Irvine's tech corridor also generates equity compensation audit cases.
California enforcement
California's aggressive FTB enforcement applies equally to Irvine's high-income residential population.
IRS Tax Services Available to Irvine Clients
We represent clients in Irvine and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Irvine 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 — Irvine IRS Tax Help
I have Chinese or Korean bank accounts I haven't reported. What are my options?
U.S. persons with foreign accounts must file an FBAR annually if aggregate value exceeds $10,000. Failure to file can result in penalties of $10,000 to $100,000+ per year. SCL handles IRS Streamlined Offshore Procedures and Voluntary Disclosure for Irvine clients with unreported Chinese and Korean accounts — the most common international compliance issue in this community.
Can SCL help with a Chinese real estate investment or a U.S.-China business structure?
Yes. U.S. persons with ownership interests in Chinese corporations or partnerships may have Form 5471 or Form 8865 filing obligations. Real estate in China held directly has FBAR and Form 8938 reporting requirements. SCL analyzes the full U.S. reporting obligations for Irvine clients with Chinese business and real estate interests.
My Irvine tech company offers RSUs. What are the California tax implications?
RSU income is subject to California income tax at ordinary rates in the year of vesting, even if the employee moves out of California before selling the underlying shares. California source-income rules on RSUs are more aggressive than federal rules. SCL advises Irvine tech employees on California equity compensation tax planning and handles FTB audit defense.
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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