Tax Settlement & Defense

For 16 years, Butler McDonald has been providing defense against IRS collections, audits and prosecutions.  Every case is different, and the anxiety that comes with a tax collection action, prosecution or investigation can be overwhelming.  Our goal in any case adverse to the Internal Revenue Service is simple - to put the matter behind you with as little collateral damage as possible.  Whether you owe a debt, have not filed for a number of years or are under an audit or investigation, we've seen it before.  Our free consultations are designed to give you the two best ways to deal with a anxious situation - knowledge about what you are facing, and a clear explanation of how to deal with and fix it.  Come see us today.

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Representative Cases

These cases are a sample of some of the matters that we have handled in our tax practice.  We have handled everything from large-scale federal prosecutions to simple IRS settlements on smaller amounts.  Come see us and let us break your case down for you.

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Internal Revenue Service v. New Orleans Hospital

Defended IRS payroll collections on approximately $1,800,000 from a mental health facility in New Orleans.  Successfully negotiated a confidential settlement on the amount less than 25% of the total due including the personal liability portion.

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United States of America v. New Orleans Wireless Retail Chain

Challenged $402,000 tax assessment in Tax Court. Conducted forensic audit and settled for $0 in the Courthouse just before opening statements were to begin.

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United States of America v. Honduran Supermarket in Miami

Defended a task-force investigation into suspected tax crimes and money laundering.  Defended audit from IRS CID.  Challenged $2,100,000 assessment in Tax Court.  Negotiated a settlement of $1,310,745.19 and a non-prosecution letter.

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Internal Revenue Service v. Gulf Coast Pharmaceutical Salesman

Negotiated an installment agreement for a citizen of New Orleans.  Payment finalized via a PPIA at $811 per month for six years on a total of $1,009,003.19.