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With over 31 years of experience in legal and financial fields as a Lawyer and Certified Public Accountant with a Masters of Tax Law at the Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C. 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 and providing innovative solutions for real estate and tax-related challenges.
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.
I formerly worked for the international tax consulting firms Marcum, LLP and Deloitte & Touch, LLP providing tax controversy or tax resolution services for years.
I have a JD from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University and an LLM in Taxation from New York University School of Law.
I am admitted to the Bars of New York State, New Jersey State, and the Federal courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and also admitted to Tax Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.
If you or your business is facing a serious IRS or New York tax problem, reach out us today. I am also a member American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the American Academy of Attorney CPAs, the Tax Rep Network and Tax Cure,
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Acquired: 1993
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Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding Tax Attorney – Highly Knowledgeable and Professional
I had an excellent experience working with Stephen B. Kass. He is extremely knowledgeable in tax law and took the time to explain every aspect of my situation in a way that was easy to understand. His attention to detail, professionalism, and responsiveness gave me a great deal of confidence througho...
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney
A master of his craft, who truly cares about his clients.
It has been a gift to find Steve. I came to him with a very time sensitive situation (with only days to take action) and, after sharing all the details, he immediately went to work on finding a solution. Within weeks, Steve successfully resolved my issue, saving me a massive amount of money and remov...
Thank you for the 5‑star review. I’m glad we were able to resolve your business matter efficiently with no taxes due.
Posted by Karl | June 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Great Experience and Clear Guidance
Professional, responsive, effective and easy to communicate with. Explained everything clearly and handled my case efficiently. Would recommend.
Thanks Karl, I enjoyed working with you and helping you and your family
Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2026
Best Tax Attorney to help you navigate your obligations
I recently had a consultation with Stephan Kass regarding my tax debt obligations, and it was very reassuring to learn I had options. He was knowledgeable, patient, and very clear in explaining my options. Stephan helped me understand a complicated situation in a way that felt manageable and gave me ...
It was a pleasure talking with your and going over the best options for you personally and also your business.
Posted by Linda | June 11, 2026
Wasn’t a client helped me a lot anyway.
I had a consultation about an old PTET tax bill from New York State and although I wasn’t a candidate to become his client, he helped me so much anyway, and I now understand how to deal with the tax people in New York State myself.
Linda, thanks for the kind words. I enjoyed talking with you and glad you see the clear path now to NYS resolution.
"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."
"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."
"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."
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
2026
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
1992
Taxation Honors, Hofstra Univesity School of Law
1986
Deans List, Hofstra University
1985
Provost Scholar, Hofstra University
1994 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass,PC
1992 - 1994
Senior Tax Consultant, Deloitte Consulting, LLPConsulting, LLP
1990 - 1991
Bankruptcy Extern, Honorable Dorothy T. Eisenberg
1986 - 1989
Senior associate, Marcum Bernstein and Pinchuk
1999 - Present
American Association of Attorney-Certified Public AccountantsMember
1999 - 2005
New York County Lawyers' AssociationChair or Bankruptcy Committee
Case Confirmed and settlements with government
Case confirmed
case confirmed
Case confirmed
1996
LLM
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2003
2006
English