Can I use the streamlined domestic disclosure if my returns are delinquent?

Yes, you can use the streamlined disclosure programs, HOWEVER, you are getting in to an area of tax law where the IRS is very rigorous with...

Can a international student in Texas start a non profit to raise money to fund educational programs back home under his/her name

Yes, anyone can create a non-profit. Note that there is a lengthy procedure for getting non-profit status from the IRS and from most states. It...

I am in the middle of a divorce. My ex is self employed and hasn't been paying her taxes. How do I avoid liability for this?

Your CPA is only giving you half of the story. When a married couple files their taxes as married filing joint (MFJ), the IRS considers each spouse...

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You need to hire a tax attorney. Nobody can guess at what happened without getting a copies of your return, IRS notices, etc... Whomever you retain...

You probably want to speak to a consumer law attorney, but you probably also want to speak with the preparer to make sure this isn't a mix up. A...

Do I have any legal recourse against a independent tax person who will not finish or return my taxes to get done Elsewhere?

You are always entitled to your tax documents. You might try speaking with the person again to ascertain what it is that they want to give you back...

I want to make a new show (on You tube) a web show if you will. Do I have to pay to trademark the name or is this not required?

No, a trademark is not required. If you are establishing a YouTube channel, you might want to consider getting a trademark to protect the brand...

How can I get my business contracts

You can use the Find a Lawyer tab here on Avvo (should be top right on the screen). Just look for business attorneys in Philadelphia or PA. There...

You are going to have to contact a corporate attorney in Utah for consultation, this isn't something you should undertake by yourself. Use the Find...

Unfortunately, you can't transfer earnings from an ITIN to the SSN. The SSN is used to track eligibility for social programs (retirement,...