Joseph M. Callahan

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Joseph M. Callahan

4.7
16 reviews
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Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 39 years

Tax Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Tax, Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion

10 East 39th Street, Suite 901, New York, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Joseph

Biography

If you owe back taxes, have unfiled returns, had accounts levied, liens filed, or wages garnished, I can help! Personal and business tax protection. Admitted in NYS and Connecticut. Call now for a free consultation!

Personal and business tax protection. Call now 212-281-6781!

Personal and business tax protection. Call now 212-281-6781!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Tax 75%

FBAR Federal Tax Lien Innocent Spouse Relief IRS Collection Action IRS Liens & Levies IRS Tax Relief Offer in Compromise Tax Audit Defense

41 years

75%
Tax Fraud and Tax Evasion 25%

Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP) Payroll Tax Defense Sales Tax Audits Responsible Person Assessment U.S. Tax Court

41 years

25%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1987

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 39 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mackay, Caswell & Callahan, P.C.

10 East 39th Street, Suite 901, New York, NY, 10016

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Mackay, Caswell & Callahan, P.C.

6739 Myers Rd, East Syracuse, NY, 13057

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Posted by Steven | January 07, 2018

Like a brother from another mother

If you want it straight and simple, no rainbows and fluff , this is your guy! He will not take a penny from you if he doesn’t believe he can met your goals but will still sit and offer advise because he cares. Its hard to find an honest person today who cares for a relationship today let alone a la...wyer, hes worth the call, no pressure conversations balls always in your court kind of guy. “Gothem sleeps when hes on duty.”

Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2018

Very helpful

I called and spoke to Joseph. He offered a great consultation without trying to sell me. I would definitely recommend!

Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2017 | Tax

Consultation; Would Definitly Hire if Needed.

I called Mr. Callahan to speak to him about the current tax guidelines on cryptocurrencies. He understood my situation, and was very knowledgeable about the law. With all the information out there, he was quickly able to confirm quite a bit about what was going on, and how it all relates to tax law... and the current tax guidelines. His knowledge on this subject matter was enough to give me a very good idea on how to proceed. Even though this was just a consultation, if I were to ever need representation, I would definitely hire Mr. Joseph Callahan. He was quick, knowledgeable, transparent, and honest right at the beginning.

Posted by Joe | March 24, 2026 | Tax

No reply at all

I am extremely disappointed with the level of service provided by Joe Callahan. Despite reaching out via email on two separate occasions regarding an important and time-sensitive tax issue, I have received zero response. As a business owner, I expect a basic level of professional courtesy and time...ly communication, especially when legal matters are at stake. Being ignored after multiple follow-ups is unacceptable. I cannot recommend Joe Callahan to anyone who requires a responsive or reliable attorney

Posted by Jeseca | October 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Terrible!

I was thrilled when I received a tax bill from the IRS that I fully expected and understood. I didn't bother calling Joe Callahan. I couldn't be more disappointed with the time and quality of advice he didn't provide me. I strongly advise against recommending him. the experience was 1 years ago.

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Tax lawyer | May 10

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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Callahan is a very experienced tax attorney who does a great job for his clients. Strongly recommend."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2023

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Attorney, Mackay, Caswell & Callahan, P. C.

Associations

1998 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

NYS Offer in Compromise

New York State Dept of Taxation agreed to accept less than 13% in full payment of an almost $400,000 tax debt!

IRS Offer in Compromise Case #1

The IRS accepted the Taxpayer's amended OIC of $14,091.00 in full settlement.

IRS Offer in Compromise Case #2

We successfully negotiated an IRS tax liability of $437,000.00 down to $44,000.00 with an Offer in Compromise.

IRS Offer in Compromise Case #3

The IRS accepted our Offer of $105,000 in full settlement of a $818,000 tax debt.

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Education

1986

Syracuse University College of Law

J.D.

1986

Syracuse University

MS - Master of Science

1981

Syracuse University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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