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4.7 /5.0
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$ 400-400 per hour
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Suzanne Alexandra Ascher
also known as Suzanne Alexandra Ascher, Esq., CPA, Tax LL.M., Suzanne A. Ascher, Attorney, CPA, Tax LL.M.
About Suzanne
Biography
This section is about me, Suzanne Alexandra Ascher, Esq., CPA, Tax LL.M.
I am a solo practitioner in Staten Island with both law and accounting practices. I am admitted to practice as an attorney at law before all New York State Courts, the United States Tax Court, and the United States Supreme Court. I am also a licensed certified public accountant in New York State. As an attorney and certified public accountant, I am qualified to practice before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
I am a native of Staten Island, New York, Richmond County. My office is located at 169 Nugent Street, Staten Island, New York 10306-1243. My telephone number is. My fax number is.
LAW OFFICE OF SUZANNE ALEXANDRA ASCHER, ESQ., CPA, TAX LL.M.
Office Address (by appointment only):
169 Nugent Street
Staten Island, NY 10306-1243
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 141287
Staten Island, NY 10314-1287
E-mail:
Phone:
Fax:
Website Address:
Google Plus Address:
Facebook Address:
Facebook Law Office (Professional Page) Address:
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Cornell University Law School Website Address:
IRS AND NEW YORK STATE TAX REPRESENTATION AND TAX PREPARATION:
I represent individual and business taxpayers with IRS & New York State tax problems in the the areas of:
* Audits - IRS Audits, NYS Audits
* Audit Reconsideration
* Bank Levy Seizure
* Collection Due Process Hearings - CDP - for Lien & Levy
* Corporate Taxes
* Currently Not Collectible (CNC) Status
* Delinquent Back Taxes, Including Multiple Outstanding Years
* Estate & Gift Taxes
* Income Taxes
* Installment Payment Plan Agreements for Balances Due
* Innocent Spouse Relief
* IRS Appeals
* Late Filing for Non-filers of Prior Year Tax Returns
* Liens, Levies, & Garnishments
* Offers in Compromise - OIC: Doubt as to Collectibility, Effective Tax Administration (ETA) & Doubt as to Liability
* Payroll & Business Taxes
* Penalty Abatements
* Tax Planning for Individuals, Estates & Businesses
* Tax Return Preparation & Amendment of Filed Returns
* Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP) Under IRC Section 6672
* United States (US) Tax Court Petitions for IRS Notices of Deficiency
* Wage Garnishment Seizure
ESTATE PROBATE AND ESTATE ADMINISTRATION/SURROGATE'S COURT PRACTICE:
Suzanne Alexandra Ascher, Esq., CPA, Tax LL.M. is also an experienced attorney representing Executors and Administrators of decedents' estates in Estate Probate (decedent dying with a will) and Administration (decedent dying intestate without a will) in Surrogate's Court in Staten Island, New York, in Richmond County.
EDUCATION:
Here is a listing of my education from high school onward:
High School: St. Peter's High School for Girls (Staten Island). Valedictorian & Graduated First in Class. 1992.
College: B.S. in Accounting, Summa Cum Laude. St. John's University, College of Business Administration (now the Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus. 1996.
Law School: J.D. (Juris Doctor). New York Law School. 1999.
Post-Graduate Law School: LL.M. (Master of Laws in Taxation). New York Law School. 2007.
ACADEMIC HONORS AND ACTIVITIES:
Here are the academic honors and activities I had back when I was a student:
* Justice (President), Phi Alpha Delta International, Tilden Chapter,
New York Law School.
* Valedictorian & Gold Medal Award for Highest Grade Point Average,
1996 Graduating Class, College of Business Administration, St.
John’s University (Staten Island Campus).
* Presidential Scholar, St. John’s University.
* Dean’s List, St. John’s University, 1992 to 1996 (every semester).
* Beta Alpha Psi National.
* Beta Gamma Sigma National.
* Golden Key National.
* Omicron Delta Epsilon.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
I have also contributed time with the Richmond County Bar Association:
* Member on the board of directors of the Richmond County Bar Association (6 years from 2007 through 2013).
* Past Co-Chair of the Tax Section of the Richmond County Bar Association.
I am also a Past President of the Independent Accountants Association of Staten Island.
I have also volunteered my time in tax activities in conjunction with the Internal Revenue Service (both as an attorney/CPA and also before as a student):
* Volunteer Lecturer to Individual Taxpayers in Various Small Business
Tax Workshops Partnered by the IRS with Local Organizations in
Brooklyn & Staten Island, 2009 and 2010.
* Student Extern, Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service,
Office of the Chief Counsel: Manhattan District, January 1999 to April
1999.
* IRS VITA - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, Volunteer
Tax Assistant, 1994, 1995, 1996 & 1997 (Trained and Certified by
the Internal Revenue Service).
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Tax
85%
23 years
Probate
15%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Check
Awards
2018 2016
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Suzanne Alexandra Ascher, Esq., CPA, Tax LL.M.
(718) 668-3729
Fax
148 Nehring Avenue, Staten Island, NY, 10314-6120
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Online Presence
Other places you can find Suzanne online.
Suzanne Alexandra Ascher's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 29 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Tom Mooney Jr | April 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Suzanne Ascher is a very reliable tax attorney
I have been Suzanne Ascher’s tax client for 18 years and I am very happy with the tax services and tax advice that she provides. I have an excellent professional rapport with her. She’s very knowledgeable and she’s a dedicated tax professional who really cares about her clients. She always returns my...
Posted by Mary | February 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very helpful when it comes to solving IRS issues
I believe Suzanne is very focused at solving tax problems.At one time,I had another accountant that didn't do their job.Suzanne stepped in and cleaned up an irs audit for us. She is thorough and effective at working through all tax problems. Highly recommend her.
Posted by Allyson | April 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer and CPA
I highly recommend Suzanne Ascher. Suzanne is an extremely efficient, knowledgeable and experienced attorney / CPA. I speak from experience, I have been a client for almost 4 years.
Posted by Clarice | April 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Tax Attorney
Ms. Ascher has prepared my taxes for the past few years and the experience has been superb. Ms. Ascher is an expert in her field. She is professional, dedicated, knowledgeable, and ethical. She has a solid work ethic and is highly recommended.
Posted by Steve B. | March 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Appreciative tax client of Ms. Ascher
I and my business are Ms. Ascher’s clients and we appreciate her as our lawyer and cpa. I and my business recommend Suzanne’s tax services greatly. Our experience as her clients is very positive. She is very focused on our work and she always gets the work done thoroughly and on time. Suzanne cares ...
Suzanne Alexandra Ascher's Lawyer Endorsements
"Suzanne is an exceptional attorney and a trusted advisor in all tax and probate matters. I endorse Suzanne for her work ethic, depth of knowledge and history of great service to her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Suzanne is an excellent tax attorney and I refer any clients of mine who have issues with the IRS to her without hesitation. She is also a very nice person and truly empathizes with her clients. She will go out of her way to help you if she can and she is very knowledgeable in her area of expertise."
"When it comes to taxes and the legal issues surrounding them, I don't know another attorney with more knowledge than Suzanne Ascher. Over the years, I have recommended Suzanne to several clients - and some family members - and the feedback has always been positive."
"Ms. Ascher is a top-notch tax attorney and certified public accountant. As such, Ms. Ascher is qualified to practice before the Internal Revenue Service in addition to the New York State courts. She is also very active in the legal community in Staten Island, and is a Director of the Richmond County Bar Association. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer because she is a highly skilled and competent attorney. I have recommended clients to her over the past 5 years. These clients have nothing but positive things to say in regards to Suzanne's expertise in the area of tax law and the personal attention she provides. I will continue to recommend Suzanne to my clients."
"Suzanne is an extremely intelligent (and energetic) advocate. She consistently demonstrates unbridled enthusiasm for her work and has sincere compassion for her clients' concerns -- qualities which are often lacking by other lawyers in this practice area. I endorse her without reservation."
"Suzanne Ascher is an extremely capable and competent attorney and CPA. Suzanne combines her expertise in both tax and law to protect the interests of here clients and, most significantly, produce measurable results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Suzanne for a number of years and am impressed with her skill, competence and professionalism. She handles IRS tax matters such as U.S. Tax Court litigation, offer in compromises, IRS collection due process hearings at IRS Appeals, installment payment plans. She gives generously of her time in serving on the Board of Directors of the Richmond County Bar Association and educating her fellow lawyers in the areas of her legal expertise. She is a credit to the profession and our community."
"Not only does she prepare taxes, she is great working with the IRS"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Suzanne for a number of years and am impressed with her skill and professionalism. In addition to working hard for her clients, she gives generously of her time in serving on the Board of Directors of the Richmond County Bar Association and educating her fellow lawyers in the areas of her legal expertise. She is a credit to the profession and our community."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Certificate of Appreciation - Excellence in Partnering, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Small Business/Self-Employed Division (SBSE) - Stakeholder Liaison
1996
Valedictorian & Gold Medal Award for Highest GPA, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
1996
Award of Honor for Outstanding Achievement in Accounting, The New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA)
1996
Presidential Scholar, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
1996
Dean's List, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
1995
Dean's List, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
1994
Dean's List, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
1993
Dean's List, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
1992
Valedictorian & Highest Grades of the 1992 Graduating Class, St. Peter's High School for Girls, Staten Island, New York
N/A
Beta Alpha Psi National Honor Society Membership, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
N/A
Beta Gamma Sigma National Honor Society Membership, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
N/A
Golden Key National Honor Society Membership, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
N/A
Omicron Delta Epsilon Honor Society Membership, Saint John's University, College of Business Administration (now Tobin School of Business), Staten Island Campus
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Office of Suzanne Alexandra Ascher
2003 - Present
Certified Public Accountant, CPA Office of Suzanne Alexandra Ascher
Associations
2003 - Present
The Staten Island Chamber of CommerceMember
2002 - Present
American Association of Attorney-Certified Public AccountantsMember
1996 - Present
Richmond County Bar AssociationMember; Director (2007 to Present); Past Co-Chair of Tax Section
Association of the Bar of the City of New York
Member
New York State Bar Association
Member
New York County Lawyers' Association
Member
New York State Women's Bar Association
Member
The Independent Association of Accountants (IAA) of Staten Island
Current Member and Past President
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA)
Member
2010 - 2012
Business Guild II of the Staten Island Chamber of CommerceMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Offer in Compromise for the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
Successful offer in compromise in which the amount due by my client to New York State Department of Taxation and Finance was substantially reduced.
Education
2007
New York Law School
LL.M - Master of Laws
2003
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
St. John's University, College of Business Administration, Staten Island Campus
BS - Bachelor of Science, SUMMA CUM LAUDE
1992
St. Peter's High School for Girls, Staten Island, New York
High School Degree - Valedictorian
Speaking Engagements
2011
What Every Enrolled Agent (EA) Should Know About United States Tax Court
What Every Enrolled Agent (EA) Should Know About United States Tax Court
2011
What Every Accountant Should Know About United States Tax Court
What Every Accountant Should Know About United States Tax Court
2010
Tax Workshops Partnered by the IRS with Local Organizations in Brooklyn and Staten Island
Volunteer Lecturer to Individual Taxpayers in Various Small Business Tax Workshops
2009
Tax Workshops Partnered by the IRS with Local Organizations in Brooklyn and Staten Island
Volunteer Lecturer to Individual Taxpayers in Various Small Business Tax Workshops
2008
The Seventh Annual NYSSCPA Brooklyn IRS Taxation Conference
Tax Impact of Debt Cancellation and Home Foreclosure
2008
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) for the Queens Chapter of the New York Society of Independent Accountants
Lecture Concerning Taxpayers in Foreclosure
2008
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) for The Independent Association of Accountants (IAA) of Staten Island
Ethics Lecture for Tax Preparers and Tax Practitioners
2008
CLE at Wagner College for Richmond County Bar Association
January 2008 and July 2008 - Revisit and Update on IRC Section 6672 Trust Fund Tax Penalty (aka Civil Tax Penalty)
2007
The Sixth Annual NYSSCPA Brooklyn IRS Taxation Conference
The IRS Appeals Process
2007
Roundtable Discussion at SIBOR - Staten Island Board of Realtors
Lecture on How Tax Laws Affect Real Estate Brokers and Agents in Their Own Capacities as Taxpayers
2007
Ethics Lecture for Tax Preparers and Tax Practitioners
Ethics Lecture for Tax Preparers and Tax Practitioners
2007
Continuing Professional Education (CLE) for The Independent Association of Accountants (IAA) of Staten Island
Offer in Compromise (OIC) Lecture
2007
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) at Wagner College for Richmond County Bar Association
Lecture Concerning Expected Changes in Tax Basis Rules for Beneficiaries Who Inherit from Decedents Dying in Year 2010
2006
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) for The Independent Association of Accountants (IAA) - Brooklyn Chapter
Offer in Compromise (OIC) and Tax Audit Lecture
2005
CPE at the Fifth Annual IRS Seminar for Tax Professionals by the NYSSCPA Brooklyn Chapter in coordination with the IRS
Federal IRS Offer in Compromise (OIC) - December 2005
2005
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) at The Fourth Annual NYSSCPA Brooklyn IRS Taxation Conference
Offer in Compromise (OIC) - January 2005
2005
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) at Wagner College for Richmond County Bar Association
Offer in Compromise (OIC)
N/A
Several continuing legal education courses over the past years for the Richmond County Bar Association
Various Taxation Topics - IRS and New York State - including but not limited to Offer in Compromise (OIC), IRC Section 6672 Trust Fund Recovery Penalty, etc.
N/A
Several continuing education seminars for the IAA - Independent Association of Accountants of Staten Island
Various Taxation Topics - IRS and New York State - including but not limited to Offer in Compromise (OIC), IRC Section 6672 Trust Fund Recovery Penalty, United States Tax Court, etc.
Publications
N/A
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
Various Tax Articles in Richmond County Bar Association over the past years
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I obtain a transcript of a Federal tax lien to determine when it expires?
20 Oct 2011
Q&A
My Father has a pension fund,Who will that go to when he passes?
18 Oct 2011
Q&A
How much will it cost to have a lawyer take a look at my non-compete?
14 Oct 2011