I contacted a Tax Attorney to help with back taxes and was told, he would see me and the fee is $400.00 to be paid upfront ?

I am a tax attorney and I do not charge for the initial consultation. I like to meet a client and review their matter before charging them...

You could sue for malpractice but would only prevail if you would have defeated the lender in your underlying foreclosure action. If you would have...

If that's all true, you have a very good case against them for violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, where you may be entitled to...

CAn my wages be garnished?

Only for child support, tax arrears, and other very limited circumstances. If you're being sued by a credit card company and they obtain a...

Yes I'm sure they would settle rather than spending more money continuing the matter. But definitely get it in writing and request that they...

Why are they wasting their time?

True they cannot garnish wages. But they can, and they will, put a levy on your bank account.

Please contact me right away. I have represented many clients in this situation. Thank you.

Non refundable retainer?

Do you still need assistance with your underlying tax issue?

Can I be sued? Will I be notified if they are not going after debt?

They can bring suit even after the SOL. The SOL is a defense you would have to bring up at your trial, meaning you CANNOT simply ignore the matter.