Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Portland IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Portland from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Portland residents and business owners face one of the steepest combined tax burdens in the nation - a 9.9% top Oregon income rate stacked on top of Multnomah County's 1.5% Preschool for All tax and the Metro Supportive Housing Services tax - and that complexity is exactly where IRS audits and Oregon Department of Revenue collection actions take root. When a federal lien, a payroll tax assessment, or an unfiled-return problem lands on a Portland taxpayer, the stakes escalate fast. Segal, Cohen & Landis - the IRS tax law firm representing clients in all 50 states from its Beverly Hills office - has resolved IRS controversies for over 33 years, from audit defense and Offers in Compromise to penalty abatement and wage-garnishment release. If the IRS or the Oregon DOR has contacted you, call before the deadline on that notice passes and your options narrow.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Portland Clients
We represent clients in Portland and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Portland 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 — Portland IRS Tax Help
I work for a tech company near Portland and have RSU income. What are the IRS risks?
RSU income is taxable at ordinary federal rates in the year of vesting. Portland-area tech employees with large RSU grants often have insufficient withholding and face IRS underpayment penalties. SCL analyzes withholding gaps, prepares amended returns, and handles IRS correspondence related to equity compensation income.
I own a cannabis business in Oregon. How does Section 280E affect my federal taxes?
Section 280E disallows ordinary business deductions for cannabis businesses, regardless of Oregon's state legalization. Portland dispensaries and cannabis operators face effective federal tax rates of 50-70%. SCL handles IRS audits of Oregon cannabis business returns and advises on COGS maximization strategies.
Can SCL help with an IRS audit while I also face Oregon DOR examination?
SCL focuses on federal IRS representation. For Oregon state tax matters, we coordinate with Oregon tax counsel as needed. Call to discuss your situation and we'll ensure coordinated representation for both federal and state proceedings.
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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