Stephen Barry Kass

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Stephen Barry Kass

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 33 years

Tax Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Tax, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

7 Penn Plaza, Suite 830, New York, NY

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About Stephen

Biography

Stephen B. Kass, Esq. is a seasoned tax attorney and Certified Public Accountant with over 31 years of experience guiding businesses and high-net-worth individuals through complex tax controversies and financial restructurings. Call him for IRS and NYS issues including NYS sales taxes, IRS levies,

I have extensive experience representing businesses and high-net-worth individuals in tax controversies and reorganization. I have filed and confirmed multiple Chapter 11 cases and developed strategies addressing severe tax and financial challenges. My work is driven by a commitment to excellence .

In the past few years, I have done a lot of NY sales tax workouts resulting in over $25M in savings with extended payouts using NYS's offer program. I also work on individual cases involving high tax debt needing tailored resolution plans, NYS sales tax workouts, IRS liens and passport issues.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Tax 90%

IRS and NYS offer in compromise to settle tax debts. Installment agreements. Tax court litigation, remove levies and liens, tax research and deal planning.

32 years | 500 cases

90%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 10%

Corporate bankruptcy filing and plan formulation with expertise in complex tax debt issues. Very high percentage of cases were confirmed.

20 years | 60 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 90-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 33 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1993

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1992

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C.

7 Penn Plaza, Suite 830, New York, NY, 10001

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Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C.

19790 W. Dixie Hwy Suite 1101, Miami, FL, 33180

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Stephen Barry Kass's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Bill | June 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

If you’re in financial trouble and living in stress feeling like there’s no way out call Steve Kass and stop living in fear

Steve Kass is the best Lawyer he listens to what you issue are and provides a off ramp He filed a chapter 7 and negotiated a great settlement with the IRS using the fresh start program

Posted by Will | June 05, 2026

Excellent, Responsive Legal Guidance

Stephen was extremely helpful, professional, and easy to work with. He took the time to answer my questions clearly and offered thoughtful guidance throughout the process. I appreciated his responsiveness, courtesy, and practical advice. I would gladly recommend him to anyone looking for reliable leg...al guidance.

Posted by Carlos | May 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Call Stephen Kass now!

Stephen Kass helped me with a huge Tsx debt. He is knowledgeable, personable, explains tax law and most importantly he will get back to you.

Stephen Kass

Replied last May 04, 2026

Carlos. Thank you and I enjoyed working with you

Posted by Serge | May 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Stephen kass

Fantastic lawyer—attentive, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. Successfully handled my tax resolution for the past three years with professionalism and care.

Stephen Kass

Replied last May 04, 2026

Thanks Serge for your kind works and I enjoyed helping you and your family.

Posted by Shawn | April 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Guidance Every Step of the Way

Steve was always one step ahead throughout the process and provided excellent guidance, clearly explaining each step along the way.

Stephen Kass

Replied last May 01, 2026

Thanks Shawn, It was a pleasure working with you.

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Bruce Weiner

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen is an experienced bankruptcy lawyer that does a great job representing businesses in bankruptcy cases. He also has a special expertise in bankruptcy tax matters."

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Neil Ackerman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer:Stephen is an excellent, diligent attorney, who deeply cares about his client's plights and goals, and gives 100% of himself to getting his clients the optimal result achievable for them under their cumstances, at the fairest possible cost. He is a credit to the legal profession, and I am proud to know him."

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Michael Siegel

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sharon Siegel

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen is an honest an smart lawyer who I have known for a very long time. I would not hesitate to use him."

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Neil Ackerman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Taxation Honors, Hofstra Univesity School of Law

1986

Deans List, Hofstra University

1985

Provost Scholar, Hofstra University

Work Experience

1992 - 1994

Senior Tax Consultant, Deloitte Consulting, LLPConsulting, LLP

Associations

1999 - Present

American Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants

Member

1999 - 2005

New York County Lawyers' Association

Chair or Bankruptcy Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Hawk Shaw Golf Construction Corp

Case Confirmed and settlements with government

Bowntree LLC

Case confirmed

Paladin Construction Corp

case confirmed

Girlie's Ambulette

Case confirmed

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Education

1996

New York University School of Law

LLM

1992

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Hofstra University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2006

American Bankruptcy Institute Journal Discharging unfiled taxes under Bankruptcy

Languages

English

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