Segal, Cohen & Landis, P.C.
Uk IRS Tax Attorney
Serving U.S. taxpayers in United Kingdom from our Beverly Hills office. Most matters are handled entirely by phone and video.
US citizens and green card holders in the United Kingdom — including London expats, dual nationals, and those with UK pensions or ISAs — can contact Segal, Cohen & Landis for expert US international tax attorney representation.
International Clients
Uk
IRS & Tax Context for Uk
IRS Office for Uk Taxpayers
IRS International — Philadelphia Service Center (US Expats UK)
P.O. Box 409101, Ogden, UT 84409 (correspondence address for UK filers)
(267) 941-1000
Federal / Tax Court
U.S. Tax Court — Washington, DC | U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (for UK-resident US citizens)
International Tax Landscape
US citizens and green card holders living in the United Kingdom remain fully subject to US tax reporting obligations. The US-UK tax treaty (1975, last updated 2001) provides significant relief — particularly for UK pension income (ISAs, SIPPs, NHS pensions) and treaty tie-breaker rules for dual residents. However, the treaty does not eliminate FBAR obligations for UK bank and investment accounts. American expats in London with ISA accounts, Lloyd's of London interests, foreign pension rights, or UK company ownership face complex Form 3520, Form 8621 (PFIC), and Form 5471 reporting. The UK's HMRC and the US IRS share information under FATCA and CRS, meaning unreported UK accounts are increasingly detectable.
IRS Tax Services Available to Uk Clients
We represent clients in Uk and across the United States before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and state tax agencies. Common issues we resolve:
Why Uk 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 — Uk IRS Tax Help
What US tax obligations do US citizens living in the United Kingdom have?
US citizens and green card holders in the UK must file US federal tax returns on worldwide income — including UK salary, rental income, ISA withdrawals, and pension income. The US-UK tax treaty provides foreign tax credits and certain exclusions, but FBAR reporting for UK bank accounts (Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, NatWest) and PFIC reporting for UK ISAs remain mandatory. Many US expats in London are unaware of these ongoing obligations.
Are UK ISAs taxable in the United States?
Yes. UK Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) are not recognized as tax-advantaged by the IRS — gains and income earned inside UK ISAs are fully taxable in the US. Stocks and funds held inside ISAs may qualify as PFICs (Passive Foreign Investment Companies) under US rules, subjecting them to punitive tax treatment. SCL guides UK-based US taxpayers on ISA reporting, PFIC elections, and treaty-based optimization strategies.
Can Segal, Cohen & Landis represent US expats living in the United Kingdom?
Yes. SCL represents US citizens and green card holders in the UK — including London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and beyond — remotely by phone and video. We handle UK expat US tax returns, FBAR, UK ISA PFIC issues, IRS voluntary disclosure, and all international tax compliance. Time zone coordination is available.
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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Cross-border tax topics for United Kingdom
For an overview of common reporting issues, see our United Kingdom international tax guide.