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Dedicated Attorney and CPA to handle your tax problems with the IRS and New York State Tax Department. Free 1/2-hour consultation.
Our firm represents individual and business clients nationwide, and offers a wide range of tax related services for individuals and businesses that have tax issues with the IRS or the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.
Our firm represents tax clients, including assisting non-filers in filing their tax returns, submitting offers in compromise to the IRS and New York State Tax Department, creating tax installment payment plans for unpaid taxes, negotiating penalty relief, general tax issues, and representing clients with criminal tax matters. It is very important to consult with a tax attorney you can trust and who has the experience to help you. We focus on innovative solutions that minimize tax obligations and protect against undue penalties and consequences.
New York Tax Attorney & CPA. I help people with IRS and NYS tax problems (including unfiled returns)
NY Tax Attorney & CPA - I help people overcome their IRS & NYS tax problems.
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Practice Areas
Tax
90%
26 years | 1,000 cases
Tax Fraud and Tax Evasion
10%
26 years | 20 cases
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Licenses
Licensed in New York for 24 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Timothy S. Hart Law Group PC
(518) 213-2252
Mobile
(866) 936-1810
Fax
300 Great Oaks Blvd., STE 300, Albany, NY, 12203
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Posted by Shawn | June 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Wow
I reached out too Tim after consulting some big advertised tax agencies. Tim from the first call assured me he would take care of me. To this point, he has not dissappointed. He has been extremely understanding of my current financial situation and has been beyond reasonable. His fee was laid out...
Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Great Experience
After several years of having NYS and the IRS chasing me for past taxes due which I created by not filing, I hired Mr. Hart to assist me in rectifying my issues. Mr. Hart is professional, knowledgeable, and works very fast. He was able to reduce my tax bill by nearly 98% and saving me nearly $50k....
Posted by Scott | August 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Your “Hammer Wrapped in Velvet”
Timothy S. Hart is an amazing person and stellar professional! PERIOD. My experience with him has been nothing short of life-saving, especially given how devastating my particular tax situation appeared when I first reached out to him for help. I’m a middle-aged married man who’s life was des...
Posted by Sarah | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Thank you Tim - You saved me
I came to Tim with a huge tax bill resulting from a foreclosure a few years prior. I procrastinated handling the issue and felt like there was zero hope for me to resolve. At the request of my family, I sought legal counsel. Not knowing where to turn to find a lawyer (it was the first time I had even...
Posted by Michael | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Very Professional Services
Timothy Hart is the most competent attorney I've had the pleasure of working with. I initially placed a cold call to Timothy's office after reviewing his professional profile online, and I promptly received a courteous call back directly from Timothy. In our first face-to-face meeting, Timothy offe...
Timothy Stephen Hart's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tim is a devoted professional and a skillful advocate who has achieved great results, resolving difficult tax matters on very favorable terms for his clients before the IRS and State taxing authorities. With his credentials as a CPA and successful tax attorney, and many years of experience, he has developed an innate and uncommon understanding of the laws, rules, processes and policies of the IRS and State taxing authorities that give his clients an advantage."
"Mr. Hart knows the complex world of Tax law extensively. I am impressed with the depth of his legal knowledge. His professionalism, integrity and caring attention to his clients are exemplary. He is a top notch Tax attorney. I would recommend him, without reservation, to anyone who needed help."
"I had the pleasure of working with Tim on a complicated criminal tax evasion matter. Through his efforts and attention to detail I was able to obtain a favorable result for my client."
"I endorse Timothy Hart's legal services. His reputation for representation in tax legal issues is stellar. I am happy to recommend him to family and friends due to his expertise and strong work ethic. He is an excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Timothy Hart is a highly skilled attorney well respected in the legal community. He is extremely knowledgeable, extensively experienced and highly skilled in tax law. Whenever my clients find themselves faced with a problem with IRS or NYS tax issues I refer them to Timothy Hart."
"Timothy is a hard working and highly skilled tax attorney. I have had the opportunity to work with him on several matters and witness first hand that he obtains great results for his clients. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is aggressive in pursuing his client's legal rights. His work is meticulous and he is dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcome for his clients. I would not hesitate to retain Mr. Hart's services for family members and/or close friends."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Tax Section Member, ABA Law Journal
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Lead Counsel, LawInfo.com
2011
Tax Article Award, ABA Law Journal
2006
Tax Advocacy, New York County Lawyers' Association
2001
International Tax Specialist, Philadelphia Bar Association
1989
CPA Exam Passed on 1St Attempt, Siena
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Tax Partner, Timothy S. Hart Law Group
2003 - 2011
Tax Partner, O'Connell and Aronowitz
1997 - 2002
Tax Attorney, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, LLP
1995 - 1997
Tax CPA, Verizon Communications
1990 - 1995
Tax Accountant, General Electric Company
Associations
2012 - Present
American Association of Attorney-Certified Public AccountantsAttorney Member
2011 - Present
New York State Society of Certified Public AccountantsMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Tax ProfessionalsAffiliate Member
2003 - Present
United States Tax CourtAdmitted
2001 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationAttorney
2001 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney
2001 - Present
Suny AlumniPast Treasurer
1992 - Present
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsMember
2007 - 2010
Mohawk Hudson HumaneTreasurer
2007 - 2009
New York organizations (city)President
2005 - 2020
Epilepsy FoundationTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Cheng Luo vs State of New York
Transfer of Tax to correct state
Donnellan vs Donnellan
Case settled with 1M award to wife
Mellan v. US
Settlement with a large reduction of taxes owed
Education
1999
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
State University of New York, Albany
MST
1989
Siena College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2011
Uses of LLCs, Limited Liability Companies in New York
Uses of LLCs, Limited Liability Companies in New York
2011
EA Conference
5 Mistakes People make when dealing with IRS
2010
Tax Relief Conference
Tax Debts
2010
Albany Law School American Inn of Court
Taxation of Not For Profits
2001
International Tax
IRS Tax Issues
Publications
2012
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Letting a Tax Attorney Handle Your Offer in Compromise
2012
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Solutions to Unfiled Back Income Tax Returns
2012
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Help With an IRS Audit – The Process
2012
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Resources
2011
irstaxpros.com
Taking Control of IRS Levies on Your Bank Account
2011
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IRS Collection Financial Standards: What They mean to You
2010
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Unfiled Tax Returns-Frequently Asked Questions
2010
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Your Rights During an IRS Tax Audit
2010
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The End of The IncomeTax Audit: What You Can Expect
2009
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Why You Should Save Your Financial Records?
2009
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IRS Installment Agreement Payments: Different Plans
2005
Commercial
How to Handle an IRS Revenue Officer
Languages
English
Activity
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