WHY HIRE THE TAX PROFESSIONALS AT THE J MITCHELL LAW FIRM?

An IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally authorized tax practitioner who has earned the highest credential awarded by the Internal Revenue Service. EAs are licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS for all types of tax matters, including audits, collections, and appeals, and they have unlimited practice rights — meaning they can represent any taxpayer, handle any tax issue, and appear before any IRS office. To become an EA, individuals must pass a comprehensive three-part examination covering individual and business tax returns or have relevant IRS experience.

An IRS former Appeals Officer is a professional who previously worked within the IRS Independent Office of Appeals. These officers are trained to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of cases, apply tax law impartially, and seek fair settlements based on hazards of litigation. Hiring a former IRS Appeals Officer gives you an insider’s perspective on how the IRS evaluates tax controversies, how to frame legal arguments effectively, and what documentation or negotiation strategies are likely to succeed.

Hiring a licensed tax attorney to help solve your IRS tax problem offers the advantage of legal expertise, confidentiality, and strategic advocacy. Tax attorneys are trained in both tax law and procedural law, enabling them to handle complex issues such as audits, appeals, collections, tax court litigation, and criminal tax investigations. Unlike other tax professionals, communications with a licensed tax attorney are protected by attorney-client privilege, which is critical in sensitive or high-stakes matters.

A Fellow of the National Tax Practice Institute (NTPI) is an Enrolled Agent, CPA, or attorney who has completed an advanced, rigorous, multi-level training program focused specifically on IRS representation and tax problem resolution. The NTPI program, offered by the National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA), equips practitioners with in-depth knowledge of IRS procedures, audit defense, collections, appeals, and taxpayer rights. Achieving the designation of “Fellow” signifies a high level of expertise, commitment, and hands-on experience in representing clients before the IRS.

A United States Tax Court Practitioner (USTCP) has been granted the rare privilege to represent taxpayers in the U.S. Tax Court by passing a rigorous written examination and meeting strict ethical and character standards. The USTCP exam is considered one of the most challenging in the tax profession — it is offered only every two years and covers federal tax law, evidence, procedure, and Tax Court rules. Fewer than 400 individuals in the United States currently hold this credential. Earning the USTCP designation demonstrates a deep understanding of tax litigation and a high level of competence in tax controversy matters, making a USTCP an exceptional choice for representing clients in disputes with the IRS that may proceed to court.

Make no mistake about it. When you are facing the IRS in a tax controversy, you are facing the full force of the United States Government. Taxes are already complex, but add to that the stress and uncertainty of an audit or enforced collection action, the stakes could hardly be higher. You are going to want the right professionals on your side of the table. You are going to want the J Mitchell Law Firm.