Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Pittsburgh IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Pittsburgh from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Pittsburgh residents who owe IRS back taxes face a uniquely layered exposure: the federal liability sits on top of Pennsylvania's 3.07% flat income tax and the City of Pittsburgh's 3% local earned income tax, so a single unreported equity payout or partnership distribution can trigger collection from three directions at once. Segal, Cohen & Landis - based at 9100 Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills and representing IRS clients nationwide for over 33 years - defends Pittsburgh professionals, business owners, and retirees against audits, liens, levies, and unfiled-return enforcement. Attorney Samuel Landis, Esq. (LL.M. in Taxation) builds federal resolution strategies - offers in compromise, installment agreements, penalty abatement, and audit defense - that account for how the IRS, the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue, and the City of Pittsburgh interact. If you have received an IRS notice, a revenue officer assignment, or a CP2000, call before the next deadline forecloses your best options.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Pittsburgh Clients
We represent clients in Pittsburgh and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Pittsburgh 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 — Pittsburgh IRS Tax Help
What IRS issues are most common for Pittsburgh taxpayers?
Pittsburgh is transitioning from legacy steel and manufacturing to AI, robotics, and biotech centered on Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh. CMU researchers face fellowship income, startup equity, and FBAR issues. Pittsburgh residents pay an Earned Income Tax of 3% on top of Pennsylvania's 3.07% state rate — a combined local/state rate over 6%. The IRS has an active examination presence for Western Pennsylvania.
Does Carnegie Mellon University create unique IRS issues for Pittsburgh researchers?
Yes. CMU has a large international student and faculty population creating FBAR, Form 8938, and Form 1042-S reporting obligations for foreign nationals studying or teaching in the US. Research grants, technology transfer royalties, and startup equity in CMU spin-offs create complex income reporting. Pittsburgh also has a large Ukrainian and Eastern European community with FBAR obligations for accounts in Ukraine, Poland, and Slovakia. SCL handles IRS issues for Pittsburgh's academic and research community.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent Pittsburgh clients?
Yes. SCL serves Pittsburgh and all Western Pennsylvania clients remotely. We handle IRS audits, university community FBAR issues, startup equity tax matters, 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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