Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Oakland IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Oakland from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Oakland residents and business owners — including small businesses, cannabis operators, and tech employees — facing IRS collection actions, back taxes, FTB disputes, or Section 280E cannabis tax issues can reach Segal, Cohen & Landis. The firm handles Oakland matters remotely from its Beverly Hills office.
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IRS & Tax Context for Oakland
All of California →IRS Office for Oakland Taxpayers
IRS Oakland Office (nearest: San Francisco)
450 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 522-4000
Federal / Tax Court
U.S. Tax Court — San Francisco Session | U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California (Oakland Division)
California tax context
Tax issues affecting Oakland
Oakland combines a significant small business community, a growing tech sector, and one of the Bay Area's largest African-American communities.
IRS collections
Historically underserved by tax representation services, Oakland taxpayers often face IRS collection actions — liens, levies, and wage garnishments — without professional representation.
California business taxes
California's FTB is equally aggressive in Oakland's business community.
Cannabis business deductions
The East Bay's cannabis industry creates specialized federal tax issues under Section 280E, which disallows ordinary business deductions for cannabis businesses.
IRS Tax Services Available to Oakland Clients
We represent clients in Oakland and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Oakland 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.
Client Reviews
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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 — Oakland IRS Tax Help
The IRS levied my bank account or wages. How do I stop it?
A bank levy freezes funds for 21 days before seizure; a wage levy is ongoing until released. SCL can often stop levy action by establishing a collection alternative — installment agreement, Currently Not Collectible status, or Offer in Compromise. Call immediately — time is critical with an active levy.
I operate a cannabis dispensary in Oakland. How does Section 280E affect my taxes?
Section 280E prevents cannabis businesses from deducting ordinary business expenses beyond cost of goods sold — resulting in effective tax rates of 60-70% for many dispensaries. SCL advises Oakland cannabis operators on COGS maximization, entity structure to minimize 280E impact, and IRS audit defense of cannabis business returns.
Can SCL help with an IRS audit of my Oakland small business?
Yes. SCL handles IRS field and correspondence audits of Oakland businesses in all industries. The firm is experienced with the IRS Oakland territory office procedures and represents clients through examination, appeal, and Tax Court.
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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