Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Tacoma IRS Tax Attorney
Serving Tacoma from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
Tacoma residents and Pierce County business owners often assume that Washington's lack of a state income tax shields them from tax exposure - until an IRS audit notice, a payroll tax assessment, or a Revenue Agent Report lands in the mailbox. From Port of Tacoma logistics operators and JBLM-connected military contractors to the maritime, manufacturing, and small-business owners along the Tacoma Tideflats, the real risk here is federal: IRS audits, unpaid 941 payroll taxes, Schedule C scrutiny, and back tax liabilities that can trigger liens and levies. Segal, Cohen & Landis - "The Nation's Premier IRS Tax Law Firm for Over 33 Years," headquartered at 9100 Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills - represents Tacoma clients before the IRS nationwide, led by attorney Samuel Landis, Esq. (LL.M. in Taxation). If the IRS has contacted you, the window to respond is narrow - call before a deadline turns into a lien.
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IRS Tax Services Available to Tacoma Clients
We represent clients in Tacoma and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Tacoma 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 — Tacoma IRS Tax Help
What IRS issues are most common for Tacoma taxpayers?
Tacoma's military presence (Joint Base Lewis-McChord, the largest joint base in the US), port logistics, and healthcare sectors create diverse IRS audit exposure. JBLM service members face combat pay, BAH, and military pension reporting issues. Port of Tacoma logistics workers and truckers face vehicle deduction and worker classification IRS issues. Washington State's 7% capital gains tax affects Tacoma investors with large equity events.
Does living near Joint Base Lewis-McChord create unique IRS obligations for Tacoma residents?
Yes. Service members at JBLM face IRS issues around combat pay exclusions for deployed soldiers, BAH and BAS exclusions, and multiple state tax filing obligations for those who change duty stations. Civilian employees and contractors at JBLM also face multi-state income issues if they previously worked in other states. Veterans separating from JBLM receive large lump-sum payouts and retirement income requiring careful federal tax reporting. SCL handles military IRS issues for Tacoma clients.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent Tacoma and South Puget Sound clients?
Yes. SCL serves Tacoma, Olympia, and all South Puget Sound area clients remotely. We handle military tax issues, port industry IRS matters, Washington capital gains tax, back taxes, FBAR, 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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