Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Israel IRS Tax Attorney
Serving U.S. taxpayers in Israel from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
US-Israeli dual citizens — whether making aliyah, living between both countries, or managing Israeli accounts and pensions — can contact Segal, Cohen & Landis for expert US international tax attorney representation.
International Clients
Israel
IRS & Tax Context for Israel
IRS Office for Israel Taxpayers
IRS International — Philadelphia Service Center (US Expats Israel)
P.O. Box 409101, Ogden, UT 84409
(267) 941-1000
Federal / Tax Court
U.S. Tax Court — Washington, DC | U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
International Tax Landscape
Israel has a unique tax situation for US-Israeli dual citizens. The US-Israel tax treaty (1975) provides some relief but is older and less comprehensive than newer treaties. Israeli bank accounts, brokerage accounts, Kupat Gemel (provident funds), Keren Hishtalmut (continuing education funds), Israeli pension funds, and Israeli real estate must all be reported on FBAR and potentially FATCA Form 8938. US citizens who make aliyah often have complex situations involving Israeli government grants, absorption basket income, and Israeli pension rights. The Israel Tax Authority and the IRS share information under FATCA. SCL has extensive experience representing the Israeli-American community in Los Angeles, New York, and nationwide.
IRS Tax Services Available to Israel Clients
We represent clients in Israel and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Israel 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 — Israel IRS Tax Help
What US tax obligations do US citizens living in Israel have?
US citizens and green card holders in Israel must file annual US tax returns on worldwide income — including Israeli salary, business income, pension, and investment income. The US-Israel tax treaty provides foreign tax credits, but FBAR reporting for Israeli bank accounts (Bank Leumi, Hapoalim, Mizrahi-Tefahot, Discount Bank) is mandatory. Israeli pension funds (Keren Hishtalmut, Pension Fund) may have FBAR and PFIC reporting obligations as well.
Are Israeli pension funds and savings plans reported to the IRS?
Yes. Israeli pension funds, Keren Hishtalmut (education funds), and Kupat Gemel (provident funds) may require FBAR disclosure if their values exceed $10,000 in aggregate. These accounts may also be PFICs under US rules if they hold mutual funds or foreign investment assets. Misreporting Israeli retirement accounts is one of the most common US-Israel international tax errors. SCL guides American-Israelis on pension fund reporting and voluntary disclosure.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent US citizens living in Israel?
Yes. SCL serves US expats throughout Israel — Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, and beyond — by phone and video. Hebrew language services are available. We handle Israeli expat US tax filings, FBAR, pension reporting, IRS voluntary disclosure, and all US international tax compliance.
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 Israel
For an overview of common reporting issues, see our Israel international tax guide.