We pay taxes every day on everything. If you own a home you pay property taxes, when you make a purchase you most likely pay sales tax. Most everyone pays federal and state taxes every year. There are many who have their taxes professionally prepared but plenty of people still do them themselves. It is an unfortunate fact that the more complicated your situation the less likely you will be able to wade through it alone. What happens when there is an error or an oversight? What happens if your tax form is selected for an audit?

These can be scary thoughts for any American even if you faithfully pay your taxes on time or strive for accuracy. There are situations when people with the best intentions get in over their head with the IRS or the West Virginia state revenue department. If you owe a large tax debt and are accumulating fines you need the help of a tax attorney. A good tax attorney may be able to stop a wage garnishment, stop fines and negotiate a settlement and payment plan so you can catch up. Federal and state tax laws are always changing and are so complicated it may seem you are trying to read a foreign language. You need a professional who is well versed in the language and the procedures of these revenue collection organizations. If you own a small business or are self employed you should review your records with a tax attorney to ensure you are meeting all your tax obligations. You may already have an accountant but in some situations that may not be good enough. A tax attorney can help you prepare your records for an audit and sit by you through the whole process. You still have rights and you need someone to protect them and fight for you. When you begin your search for a tax attorney, your best bet is a personal recommendation from an attorney you know or from a friend that has dealt with their own tax problems. You will want to research any attorney online and make sure they are members of the West Virginia Bar Association and the American Bar Association. This is too important to just choose an attorney out of the phone book. Take the time to do your homework and find the attorney that best suits your situation and that has the most experience. Often you can find tax attorneys that are former employees of the IRS. This level of experience may be priceless.

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