Karen J Lapekas

Karen J Lapekas

6.5

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Experience 2.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 1.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 80% Tax
    4 years, 170 cases
  • 5% Bankruptcy / Chapter 13
    4 years, 8 cases
  • 5% Tax Fraud / Tax Evasion
    4 years, 3 cases
  • 5% Bankruptcy / Chapter 7
    4 years, 8 cases
  • 5% Litigation
    2 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

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Lapekas Law counsels clients on all phases of federal tax controversy, including the representation of taxpayers in IRS audits and before the U.S. Tax Court.... more

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Client Reviews

Client Rating


5 star rating

“Handled my problem with integrity and skill”

Posted by: Michael, 16 days ago.

Client Review: I referred my mother to Ms. Lapekas to handle some trouble she had with the IRS. My mom was really upset. Ms. Lapekas gave her advice that saved her... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

1 endorsement


Howard M Lewis

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lapekas is one of the finest Tax attorneys in her state. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Howard Lewis , Framingham (MA), 4 months ago

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License

5 years since Karen J Lapekas was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 2008 04/14/2013
Michigan Active And In Good Standing 2008 05/07/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney/President at Lapekas Law, P.A. 2013–present
Senior Attorney at IRS Office of Chief Counsel 2009–2013
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Thomas M. Cooley Law School law
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law LL.M - Master of Laws (Taxation)

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Litigation Excellence IRS Office of Chief Counsel 2012

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Volunteer Big Brothers & Big Sisters 2012–present

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Contribution

Contributor Level 6
Answers: 21 Legal Answers
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20 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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