Tax Audit Assistance
Receiving notification that the IRS or the State of California is auditing your tax returns can be an unnerving, even frightening experience. If you’re facing an audit, it is important to consult with an experienced tax attorney who will guide you through the process and protect your legal rights.
Barulich Dugoni Suttmann & Cummins Law Group is a Burlingame, California-based law firm that has been helping individuals and businesses resolve complex tax issues since 1989. Our decades of relevant experience can make a meaningful difference when pursuing a successful outcome for your unique legal situation.
Facing an Audit
An audit is an examination of a taxpayer’s financial records to determine if the information provided with a tax return is accurate. While the IRS or a state authority such as the California Franchise Tax Board or the California State Board of Equalization may randomly select your return for an audit, several factors may trigger the process, such as:
- High income
- Significant deductions compared to a taxpayer’s income
- Home office deductions
- Unusually large charitable contributions
- Alimony payments
- Numerous cash transactions
- Unreported income
The auditing process can occur via mail or at the auditor’s office. More complex circumstances may result in an auditor’s visit to a home or business to examine records on-site. Depending on the findings, the outcome can be no change, an adjustment that requires additional payments by the taxpayer, or a refund of overpayments.
If you’re facing an audit, it is essential to understand the scope of the process. Is the taxing authority targeting the entire return or specific areas like income or deductions? You’ll also need to supply documentation to support the audited items. Become familiar with the auditing process and respond to requests promptly to avoid potential complications and additional penalties.
How a Tax Audit Lawyer Can Help
Consulting with an experienced tax audit attorney from the Barulich Dugoni Suttmann & Cummins Law Group team can benefit you in several ways. Tax laws are complicated, and entities like the IRS have the upper hand since they are the taxing authority. Our lawyers will use their extensive knowledge of the tax code and experience dealing with taxing authorities to level the playing field. They understand the various deadlines, procedures and lookback periods that are involved depending on the type of audit and which agency it’s originating from.
Every taxpayer has rights — count on our firm to protect and enforce your legal rights throughout the process to prevent overly aggressive actions from the taxing authority. We can even pursue a negotiated settlement if that is the most practical outcome for your circumstances.
Why Trust Us?
When you choose a Barulich Dugoni Suttmann & Cummins Law Group tax attorney for audit representation, you will collaborate with a committed partner who keeps your best legal interests in mind. We value our client relationships and strive to serve as a trustworthy advocate, regardless of your case’s size, scope or complexity.
Your IRS tax audit lawyer will be by your side throughout the auditing process. We’ll help you organize documents, prepare you to answer the auditor’s questions and represent you at legal hearings if necessary.
Speak With a Tax Attorney for Your IRS Audit
Let an experienced Barulich Dugoni Suttmann & Cummins Law Group tax attorney ease your mind about an IRS or California state agency audit. Call us or contact us online to schedule an appointment today.