Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Seattle IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Seattle from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Seattle taxpayers in technology, aerospace, and related industries facing IRS audits of equity compensation, Washington capital gains tax issues, back tax debt, or FBAR compliance problems can reach Segal, Cohen & Landis. The firm handles Seattle client matters remotely with full-service IRS representation.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Seattle Clients
We represent clients in Seattle and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Seattle 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 — Seattle IRS Tax Help
I received a large RSU vesting from Amazon or Microsoft. What are my IRS risks?
RSU income is taxable at vesting at ordinary federal rates up to 37%. If your employer under-withheld — common with large grants — you may owe additional federal tax plus underpayment penalties. SCL analyzes your withholding gap, prepares or amends the relevant returns, and handles IRS correspondence or audit notices related to equity compensation income.
Does Washington's new capital gains tax apply to my tech stock sales?
Washington's 7% capital gains tax applies to gains above $250,000 from the sale of long-term capital assets including stock. It does not apply to real estate or retirement account distributions. SCL advises Seattle tech employees on the interaction between the Washington capital gains tax and federal capital gains treatment — and represents clients in Washington DOR audits.
Can SCL help Seattle clients with FBAR and international reporting?
Yes. Seattle has significant Chinese-American, Indian-American, Korean-American, and Vietnamese-American communities with international financial interests. SCL handles FBAR compliance, Streamlined Procedures, and IRS Voluntary Disclosure for Seattle clients with unreported foreign accounts.
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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