When do you have the right to hire a New Jersey tax lawyer to deal with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on your behalf? The answer is much simpler than most people think. While there are complex and nuanced rules about when defendants in criminal matters have the right to representation, you have the right to representation any time you are dealing with the IRS.

As the end of the year approaches, many taxpayers begin the process of preparing to file next year’s tax returns. When going through this process, some taxpayers will discover that they made mistakes in their previous filings. If you discover that you made mistakes, should you file an amended federal tax return? New Jersey tax lawyer Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group, explains:

The deadline for filing an FBAR is October 15. While FBARs are technically due on Tax Day, U.S. taxpayers receive an automatic six-month extension to file without penalties. If you missed the October 15 deadline, what penalties are you facing? New Jersey international tax lawyer Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group, explains:

For U.S. taxpayers who requested an extension back in May, the October 15, 2021 extended filing deadline is fast approaching. But, what if you still aren’t ready to file your returns? Or, what if you can’t afford to pay what you owe the IRS for the 2020 tax year? New Jersey tax attorney Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group, explains:

Congress enacted several laws in 2020 in order to provide financial relief to individuals and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and it has continued to provide additional forms of relief in 2021. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and other agencies have taken various steps to help mitigate qualifying individuals’ and businesses’ financial strain as well. Many of the federal government’s COVID-19 relief programs have been impacted by widespread fraud, and IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS CI) is among several agencies that are actively targeting those suspected of pandemic-related crimes.