There are many differences between Lothamer and other firms specializing in tax resolution. See why we are Michigan's leading tax resolution firm.

The process of settling your tax and financial problems can be a long and difficult one if you do not have a team of highly trained professionals working for you. The complexity of the law demands specialization and experience to effectively navigate through the steps and procedures necessary to bring settlement. Lothamer works with a network of other professionals to offer you the best representation and settlement possible, given your unique situation.


Due Process Rights for all Taxpayers

In passing the Internal Revenue Service Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998, Congress sought out ways to curtail IRS abuses in the collection and assessment of federal taxes. Congress established the taxpayer bill of rights, which gives all taxpayers an opportunity to contest the IRS's determination of tax. The taxpayer is so charged with the burden of producing evidence that the IRS is in error. This proof is generally provided in the form of an original or an amended tax return. Here at Lothamer, we specialize in filing back returns and reconstructing past financial information to provide you with the best possible defense against incorrect assessments.

 

Taxpayer's rights

  • Allowed to have your case heard by an independent appeals officer.
  • Appeals officer is prohibited from a pre-hearing conference with the revenue officer.
  • Only allowed one hearing per tax year in question.
  • Appeals officer can make a determination as to the validity of the assessment and to the unreasonable disallowance of ordinary and necessary expenses.
  • If the taxpayer is unable to pay the tax due the appeals officer is also charged with the ability to grant an installment agreement or an offer in compromise.
  • If the Taxpayer does not agree with the Appeal officer's decision, the taxpayer can appeal to tax court or district court to get a final ruling. 

 

Many tax cases can be settled through the appeals division of the IRS, rather then going through the more costly alternative of tax court.  Having years of experience in working with the appeals division of the IRS, Lothamer can guide you through the process of settling your case with the best possible outcome.  Don't let your one chance in front of the IRS go to waste, call the professionals at Lothamer P.C. (800) 619-8277.

Why Attorneys Refer Lothamer

Attorneys specialize in a wide Varity of the law including Bankruptcy, Divorce, and Estates. However many attorneys lack the resources and knowledge to deal with the IRS and many other tax matters. Lothamer bridges this gap by bringing the necessary professional experience and recourses to take on your tax problems head on.

Why Attorneys need Lothamer

  • Attorneys are not Certified Public Accountants and are not necessarily versed in the many aspects of tax and accounting issues.
  • Lothamer has extensive experience in dealing with the IRS Audit and Collections Divisions, as well as the Appeals Division, where many cases can be settled without having to resort to tax court.
  • Having worked in tax resolution for more the 26 years, Lothamer P.C. has kept up with all the new developments in collection and due process rights. 
  • In many cases, back tax returns must be prepared and filed.  Lothamer maintains complete operating tax software for the last 15 years.

Why other CPAs Refer Lothamer


The majority of Certified Public Accountants focus on current year tax preparation and compliance. Generally CPA firms are not setup to deal with chronic non-compliance or when the IRS has begun to take collection action. Here at Lothamer we specialize in bringing taxpayers back into compliance and settling all disputes with the IRS.

Why CPAs need Lothamer

  • CPAs need Lothamer to bring clients back into compliance.
  • Lothamer specializes in forensic accounting and tax preparations when clients have missing records or have no records.
  • Many CPA firms lack the experience that Lothamer posseses in dealing with the collection division of the IRS.
  • Additionally Lothamer has a proven track record of releasing levies, liens, and wage garnishments.
  • Lothamer has 15 years of working tax and accounting software as well as the paper forms and instructions back to 1955.

 
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