Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Lansing IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Lansing from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Lansing residents and business owners — including state government employees, automotive industry workers, and small business owners — facing IRS audits, Michigan state tax issues, or back tax debt can reach Segal, Cohen & Landis. The firm handles federal IRS matters for Lansing clients remotely.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Lansing Clients
We represent clients in Lansing and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Lansing 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 — Lansing IRS Tax Help
I receive a Michigan state pension. How is it taxed federally?
Michigan state pension distributions are taxable at the federal level. Michigan provides a partial state tax exemption for pension income depending on age. SCL advises Lansing public employees on federal tax obligations for pension distributions and handles IRS examination of retirement income.
I work in the automotive industry and received a large profit-sharing payment. What are the IRS implications?
Automotive industry profit-sharing payments are taxable wages subject to federal income tax withholding. Large single-year profit-sharing payments can push taxpayers into higher federal brackets and trigger underpayment penalty issues. SCL handles IRS correspondence and audit notices related to automotive industry compensation.
Can SCL help Lansing residents who owe significant IRS back taxes?
Yes. SCL evaluates all IRS collection alternatives — installment agreements, Currently Not Collectible status, Offers in Compromise, and penalty abatement — and recommends the optimal resolution strategy based on your financial situation.
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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