Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Jersey City IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Jersey City from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Jersey City residents who commute across the Hudson to Manhattan offices face one of the most punishing tax arrangements in the country: they owe New York nonresident income tax on every dollar earned there, then file New Jersey resident returns where the top rate climbs to 10.75% - and when New York's aggressive convenience-of-the-employer rule or a New Jersey "credit for taxes paid to other states" gets challenged, the bill can balloon overnight. Add IRS audits, back taxes, and the firm partnerships and real estate operators clustered around Exchange Place and the Journal Square waterfront, and the exposure is real. Segal, Cohen & Landis - headquartered at 9100 Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills and serving clients nationwide for over 33 years as a premier IRS tax law firm - resolves these federal and multi-state controversies for Jersey City taxpayers. If you have an IRS notice, a New York or New Jersey audit, or unfiled returns spanning two states, call before the assessment becomes a lien.

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IRS Tax Services Available to Jersey City Clients
We represent clients in Jersey City and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Jersey City 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 — Jersey City IRS Tax Help
What IRS issues are most common for Jersey City taxpayers?
Jersey City's large financial services workforce — many working in nearby Manhattan — faces high IRS audit risk from carried interest, hedge fund K-1 income, and complex compensation structures. New Jersey's income tax (up to 10.75%) coordinates with the IRS. Jersey City's large Indian-American and Brazilian communities carry FBAR exposure for accounts in India, Brazil, and other countries. New York City nonresident taxes may apply to Jersey City residents who work in Manhattan.
Do Jersey City residents who work in Manhattan face New York City income tax?
Yes. New York City imposes a nonresident earnings tax on individuals who work in NYC but live elsewhere. Jersey City residents who work in Manhattan owe NYC nonresident tax on their NYC-source wages — in addition to New Jersey income tax on their full income. This dual-state, dual-city tax obligation is complex and creates opportunities for errors in withholding and annual filing. SCL advises Jersey City clients on NY-NJ cross-border tax compliance.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent Jersey City and New Jersey clients?
Yes. SCL serves Jersey City, Newark, Hoboken, and all New Jersey clients remotely. We handle FBAR, financial industry IRS issues, back taxes, NY-NJ cross-border tax disputes, 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
Ready to Resolve Your IRS Problem in Jersey City?
Schedule a confidential consultation with a licensed IRS tax attorney. No sales calls, no pressure — just honest legal counsel and a clear path forward.
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