Fairness and Justice – Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Did you know that Congress established a federal court for tax issues under their Article I powers in the United States Constitution? Indeed, you may have heard someone say something like, “I’m a tax-paying citizen, I have rights.” When faced with a tax issue, one must certainly be asking “what are my rights as a taxpayer?” One might also ask, “I have not been able to pay my taxes in full due to financial hardship. What are my rights in this situation?” 

The IRS has developed a list of 10 “Taxpayer Bill of Rights” and The Right to a Fair and Just Tax System is included in the list of rights. 

In this article, we are going to discuss what is meant by the right to a fair and just tax system and discuss why retaining a tax defense attorney might be the best option for you. If, after reading this article, you would like to discuss your tax situation with a tax attorney in Florida, we invite you to call the Florida tax defense attorneys at the Law Office of Mary E. King, P.L.  

The Law Office of Mary E. King, P.L. can make sure that your tax issues are resolved efficiently and at the lowest cost to you.  Please fill out our online contact form , or call us at 941-906-7585 today.

The IRS affirms that:

Taxpayers have the right to expect the tax system to consider facts and circumstances that might affect their underlying liabilities, ability to pay, or ability to provide information timely. Taxpayers have the right to receive assistance from the Taxpayer Advocate Service if they are experiencing financial difficulty or if the IRS has not resolved their tax issues properly through its normal channels. 

Although not mentioned in this particular right, the “Taxpayer Bill of Rights” affirms that you have the Right to Retain Representation, meaning that you are allowed to retain a tax defense attorney to deal with the IRS for you in lieu of the Taxpayer Advocate Service. 

1. Unable to Pay Tax Debt in Full

If you are unable to pay your tax debt in full, you may meet certain conditions that will qualify you for a payment plan with the IRS.  A tax defense attorney will be able to evaluate your situation and determine if you meet the conditions for a repayment plan. A tax defense attorney will also be able to evaluate if you are unable to pay your debt in full and argue on your behalf that paying in full would create a financial hardship for you such that paying the full amount would be unjust to you. 

2. Evaluate what the IRS Can and Cannot do to Collect 

The IRS is not permitted to seize or levy your wages up to a certain amount to collect your unpaid taxes. A tax defense attorney can evaluate your particular situation to determine if the amount you are alleged to owe is too high or if an incorrect amount of your wages is being garnished. 

3. Knowledgeable Tax Defense

Tax law is complicated. Many may feel overwhelmed in dealing with the IRS. A tax defense attorney can assist you in multiple tax-related areas where a mistake may have been made. A few examples are tax debt interest added, delinquent filings, audits, tax liens, wage garnishments, and IRS bank levies. The IRS is a large agency and sometimes mistakes are unfortunately made. A tax defense attorney can evaluate any of these areas if you think a mistake has been made on what you owe and build your case with the IRS and the Tax Court. They will know exactly what to look for to make sure the tax system is keeping your rights as a taxpayer intact through a fair and just process.  If a mistake was not made, a tax defense attorney can still be able to determine a way to help you out and explore your options with you. 

We invite you to reach out to the Law Offices of Mary E. King.  Tax matters can be complicated, and thus, it is always helpful to have someone in your corner who understands the tax law and deals with the IRS on a regular basis.  There are multiple issues you may have concerning the IRS, and having a seasoned tax defense attorney can help.  

So, when it comes to dealing with tax relief and tax litigation, you need to talk to tax defense attorneys in Florida who can help.  Mary E. King has spent her career concentrating on tax law and can help you with tax scams in Florida and elsewhere.  Attorney King has a wealth of information about what types of options would make the most sense for you and your business.

That helps explain why she’s received an A+ rating from the Florida Better Business Bureau. If you have a tax-related issue – no matter how small or how large – setting up an initial consultation with Mary E. King, a tax attorney in Sarasota, Florida , is the first step you should take towards relief.

The Law Office of Mary King P.L. offers complete IRS problem-solving services including all areas from tax debt settlement to planning the most efficient tax strategy for individuals and businesses.  Call us today to schedule an initial consultation.  With years of experience as a tax lawyer in Sarasota for many clients, Attorney Mary E. King can make sure that your tax issues are resolved in your favor.  Fill out our online contact form , or call us at 941-906-7585.   Remember, at the Law Office of Mary E. King, we are focused on solving your tax issues for good.

The information in this blog post is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be legal advice. You should not make a decision whether or not to contact an attorney based upon the information in this blog post. No attorney-client relationship is formed nor should any such relationship be implied. If you require legal advice, please consult with an attorney licensed to practice in your jurisdiction.