Areas of Practice

Federal, State, & Local Tax Defense and Litigation:

 

Receiving a notice of an audit or a large tax bill can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be such a stressful experience if you retain an experienced tax attorney to help you resolve your tax problems competently and effectively.  For over a decade, we have specialized in all types of tax audits and controversies, including everything from Sales Tax Audits by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, to Internal Revenue Service personal and business audits, to Offers in Compromise .  Whatever your tax dilemma, we are specialized in helping our clients minimize their tax liabilities and settle their tax debts.  Services include legal representation in:

  • Tax audits by the NYC Department of Finances, NYS Department of Taxation, and the IRS;

  • Specialized in NYS Sales Tax audits, Sales Tax Law, and Sales Tax Defense Litigation;

  • Mediation with the NYS  Bureau of Conciliation and Mediation Services and the IRS Appeals Office;

  • Hearings before the New York Division of Tax Appeals and the U.S. Tax Court; 

  • Appeals before the New York Tax Appeals Tribunal; 

  • Article 78 proceedings; and

  • Post-Judgment Resolution, including: OIC and Installment Plan Agreements.

Employment & Labor Law, FLSA and NYLL Lawsuits

 

Whether you own a small business, or are employed by one, wage disputes can sometimes arise. Our firm represents both Plaintiffs and Defendants in connection with both private lawsuits, and suits brought by the Department of Labor, for claims of unpaid wages, overtime, minimum wage, and employer retaliation. We represent clients in:

  • Department of Labor Audits;

  • Administrative hearings before The Industrial Board of Appeals;

  • Private lawsuits pursuant to Fair Labor Standards Act and/or the New York Labor Law in state or federal court.

General Business & Contract Litigation

 

Our firm specializes in all types of business and contract litigation on behalf of small businesses. We understand that being sued, or needing to instigate a lawsuit, can be a small business owner’s worst nightmare. We have over a decade of experience in helping our clients navigate these complicated situations with creative and unique approaches. Sometimes such conflicts are inevitable, but having the right attorney in your corner to help you make the best decisions for your circumstances can make or break the survival of your small business.