Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Lincoln IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Lincoln from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
When a Lincoln farmer, state employee, or small-business owner opens a letter from the IRS proposing tens of thousands in back taxes, penalties, and interest, the stakes are immediate - wage garnishments, bank levies, and liens against Lancaster County property can follow within weeks. Whether the dispute involves Schedule F farm income, a Nebraska Department of Revenue assessment, unfiled returns, or an IRS audit of a University of Nebraska contractor or state pension, these are not problems to face alone. Segal, Cohen & Landis - "The Nation's Premier IRS Tax Law Firm for Over 33 Years," based at 9100 Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills - represents Lincoln clients in IRS and state tax controversies nationwide, combining LL.M.-level tax expertise with three decades of results. Call before the IRS escalates collection; early intervention is what protects your wages, your land, and your bank accounts.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Lincoln Clients
We represent clients in Lincoln and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Lincoln 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 — Lincoln IRS Tax Help
What IRS issues are most common for Lincoln taxpayers?
Lincoln's economy — University of Nebraska, state government, and agricultural businesses — creates specific IRS issues. University faculty and researchers face fellowship income, grant classification, and FBAR for foreign accounts. State government employees have pension distribution and deferred compensation reporting obligations. Nebraska's agricultural heartland creates farm income, equipment depreciation, and crop insurance payment reporting issues. Nebraska's DOR coordinates with the IRS through data sharing.
Does University of Nebraska employment create any IRS reporting obligations?
UNL faculty, researchers, and international visiting scholars may receive fellowship stipends, research grants, foreign collaboration payments, and startup equity in university spin-offs with complex tax treatment. Foreign scholars at UNL may hold accounts abroad requiring FBAR disclosure. Treaty-based income exclusions are available for some foreign scholars but must be properly claimed and reported. SCL advises Lincoln academic community clients on federal tax reporting.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent Lincoln and Nebraska clients?
Yes. SCL serves Lincoln, Omaha, and all Nebraska clients remotely. We handle IRS audits, university community FBAR issues, agricultural tax disputes, 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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