Alyssa Maloof Whatley

Alyssa Maloof Whatley

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 10 years

Tax Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Tax

1389 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 10 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2015

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Law Offices of Alyssa Maloof Whatley LLC

1389 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309

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36 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alanda | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Tax

She actually does her job !

I have tax problems that I didn’t know how to approach . I’ve read the IRS website from top to bottom . I still didn’t see a solution . I knew I needed help , so I went from lawyer to lawyer . They know when you are desperate. I never found a good fit though . Finally I came across Alyssa . I gave he...r a try , and wow ! I was hopeless and didn’t know what to expect from yet another lawyer . I was so surprised because I had seen so many different lawyers , and each seemed to tell me something different . Alyssa was extremely good ! She was very compassionate and not judgmental about the mess that I was in. She knew so many strategies for my different scenarios . She was so knowledgeable . Alyssa is also crazy timely ! She answers calls and emails so expeditiously ! If she says she will check on something , or that she will do something, she does it ! Professional and knows her craft . I really am lucky to have found her .

Posted by Amna | March 04, 2020 | Tax

Amazing Lawyer

Alyssa is a wonderful tax attorney. She is my go to referral for anything tax related. She has a quick turn around and achieves wonderful results. I am an attorney in a different field but greatly respect the work she does and will not refer my clients to anyone else!

Posted by Nicole | February 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Tax

EXCELLENT representation!!

Alyssa is fantastic! I can't say enough positive things about my experience with her! She truly cares about her clients' position and advocates for them. I was facing about $1.5MM of tax liability from a now dissolved business I jointly owned with my ex-husband. After a contentious divorce I walked a...way leaving the assets with him, but because of the business structure I got stuck with the audit and subsequent liability. Ex and I still don't have a good relationship, so he was uncooperative in providing the documents I needed to absolve me from the liability. Undaunted, Alyssa took on the challenge. After I had hired a large tax firm in Atlanta that did nothing for the case but bill me after years of "representation", Alyssa took over and was a God send! She took time to completely understand the facts of the case, was honest about what I was facing, and kept me updated without constantly billing me by the second. She responded to my questions in a timely manner and leveraged her relationships with federal and state agencies to my advantage. She truly was concerned about how the liability would affect my family, and I felt comfortable knowing that Alyssa would advocate for me like she was facing the challenge herself. I HIGHLY recommend her services to anyone who's facing tax liability!

Posted by Joe | January 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Tax

A hidden gem of an attorney

I sought Mrs. Whatley’s council for a tax issue I was involved with. I had received a notice from IRS that I had owed an excess of 6 figures. As a local government employee, you can imagine the shock that number was met with. I was horrified and felt helpless because I had no idea how this had h...appened and how they had come to this number. While Mrs. Whatley took her time explaining in detail how serious this was and that there was no guarantee she would be able to resolve this, however, it was reassuring for me that I had chosen an attorney who wasn’t going to Sugar-coat anything and kept the complex legal issues in black and white. Despite being in her third trimester and then having a new born, there was never a moment she was out of touch or unreachable when new information had come out regarding my case. She was even able to resolve and remove me from this debt in a matter of weeks when she had expected it to take an upwards of months or years. I’ve learned in my life that you should cut corners financially we’re it makes sense, however there are two arenas you don’t and they are when picking a doctor to protect your health and an attorney to defend your freedom and financial independence. Alyssa Whatley is worth double every dollar spent and you’d be foolish to go somewhere else. Joe Munster

Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2019

Great attorney

I found Ms. Maloof Whatley online and noted her great reviews. I consulted her on what turned out to be a seemingly minor issue. However, I am not an attorney and felt the issue was grave. After meeting to review the issue, I was immediately relieved. I found this attorney to be very knowledgeable an...d the great reviews were warranted. Not only was she knowledgeable, she was also honest and actually showed care about my issue. She provided guidance based on what was best for me and not just based on how much I could be billed. In fact I was not charged at all based on my circumstances. I would absolutely recommend this attorney to anyone that has an issue on which she can offer her expertise!

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Alyssa Maloof Whatley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Timothy Hart

Tax lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I handle similar tax issues in the New York State area as Alyssa practices in Georgia, and it was clear from my conversation with her that she knows the law and how to deal with the IRS to get the best outcome possible. Therefore, I endorse this attorney."

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Genghis Shakhan

Tax fraud and tax evasion lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carol Colliersmith

Tax lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Alyssa is a fabulous attorney and a leader in her field. I have worked with her on several matters and have found her to be very intelligent, creative and congenial. I have also had the pleasure of hearing her speak on tax matters at several seminars and conventions and she is impressive. She is able to explain complex matters so non-tax lawyers can understand. She is definitely my tax go-to person. I highly recommend her!"

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Jerald Parisi

Tax lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Alyssa since law school and I highly recommend her. She is an amazing tax attorney and truly cares about her clients and their cases. Alyssa has an outstanding reputation among lawyers in the community. Do not hesitate to give her a call if you have a tax issue."

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Kathryn Burmeister

Tax lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alyssa is a competent and attentive attorney. I have absolutely no reservations sending her clients as she is quick to contact them, addresses their concern(s), and provides legal guidance that produces results."

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Tristan Morrison

Tax lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alyssa is a valued member of my business network, and a rising star in the legal community. I have referred clients to her and the attorneys that she consults with, and the reviews have been uniformly positive. Alyssa is a friendly, accessible, smart, down-to-earth attorney."

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Randall Carver

Tax lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Brookhuis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Alyssa through her work in Bankruptcy and have found her to be knowledgable, passionate, and kind. She takes care to insure that she understands her client's needs and works diligently to achieve those needs and goals."

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Eric Connelly

Tax lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Ms. Whatley since law school. Throughout the years, she's proven to be a zealous, competent advocate for her clients."

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David Thompson

Tax lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked in the same office suite with Ms. Whatley for several years. She is extremely organized, hard working, and competent at what she does. I would not hesitate to use her if I ever needed to."

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Charles Clapp

Tax lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Whaley has a reputation for being an intelligent, aggressive tax attorney. Any time I have a client who has tax issues following a bankruptcy discharge, I send them to her. You have tax issues, she's your best bet."

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Quynh-Huong Davis

Tax lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I had the opportunity to work with Alyssa for more than 5 years. Alyssa is bright, personable, honest, and hardworking. If you are dealing with any tax or debt related issues, I would recommend Alyssa without hesitation."

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Sherard Dixon

Tax lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alyssa is a bright, personable, and diligent attorney who achieves excellent results for her clients. I highly recommend Alyssa."

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Charlie Shah

Tax lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Alyssa is an exceptional lawyer. Her hard work, experience and knowledge produce great results for her clients."

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William Bomar

Tax lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Alyssa is an extremely intelligent, determined and effective tax and bankruptcy attorney, who does a fantastic job as an advocate for her clients."

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David Greenberg

Tax lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Alyssa is a kind and knowledgeable attorney."

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Jonathan Slack

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Alyssa is an excellent and knowledgeable Bankruptcy attorney with litigation experience who strives to provide superb representation to her clients."

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Andrew Vazquez

Unknown lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nikki Flanigan

Tax lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

J.B. Moore Tax Clinic Fellowship, Philip C. Cook Low Income Taxpayer Clinic

2014

National Security Law, CALI Excellence for the Future Award

Work Experience

2016 - 2017

Tax Attorney - Collections Team Lead, Bomar Law Firm

2015 - 2016

Courtroom Attorney, Berry and Associates

2015 - 2015

Extern for the Honorable Margaret H. Murphy, United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Georgia

2015 - 2015

Graduate Research Assistant, Philip C. Cook Low Income Taxpayer Clinic

Associations

2018 - Present

Metro Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Group

President

2015 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Tax Law Section

Member

2015 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section

Member

2015 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

member

Sample of Legal Cases

Correspondence Exam - IRS Denying $15,921.35 of Schedule C Expenses

Zero Addition to Tax Liability

Personal Tax Liability Case

Currently Non-Collectible No Payments Due to IRS

Personal Tax Liability Case

Currently Non-Collectible No Payments Due to IRS

State Tax Lien Reduction and Removal

$69,067.00 Reduction and Lien Removal

Offer in Compromise Doubt as to Collectability

IRS Agreed - $25.00 as full settlement for $97,004.00 tax liability

Correspondence Exam - Paypal 1099

IRS Agreed - Balance Adjusted from $72,523.00 to $752.00

Audit - Notice of Deficiency for 2012-2014

IRS Agreed - Balance Adjusted from $23,086.80 to Zero

Audit Reconsideration

IRS Agreed - Reduction from $15,123.00 to $2,385.48

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Discharge with Tax Debt

Full Bankruptcy Discharge of Debts Including IRS Tax Debt

Employment Tax Liability Case - Currently Non-Collectible

Currently Non-Collectible No Payments Due to IRS

Levy Released - Case Placed in Currently Non-Collectible

Levy Released - Case Place in Currently Non-Collectible

Offer in Compromise Doubt as to Liability ( OIC DATL)

IRS Agreed - Full Abatement of Tax Assessed in the amount of $8,683.00

Offer in Compromise Doubt as to Collectability

IRS Agreed - $10.00 as full settlement for $46,042.00 tax liablity

Correspondence Exam - Lemon Law Exclusion of Tax

Agreed - IRS reduced additional assessment from $2,628.00 to Zero

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Education

2015

Georgia State University

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys 26th Annual Convention Bankruptcy Broncoville: Tax Litigation

2018

NACBA Tax Workshop

Tax Liens, Real Property Gains, and Cancellation of Indebtness

2018

Lewis on the Law Radio Show Tax Law Update

2017

MACBAG & The W. Homer Drake, Jr. Georgia Bankruptcy American Inn of Court Joint Program

Not So Fast My Friend: Pitfalls and Risks of Attempts to Avoid Creditors Through Self-Settled Trust, Asset Protection and Spendthrift Trust, and Willful Evasion of Taxes.

2017

Lunch and Learn Program

Bankruptcy & Taxes

2017

GSU Transactional Law Class

Tax Law and Starting Your Own Practice

2017

Cobb County Bar Association Bankruptcy Section Annual CLE

Dealing with the Internal Revenue Service to Avoid Potential Pitfalls

2017

Cobb County Bar Association Bankruptcy Section

IRS Programs and Alternatives to Bankruptcy

2017

Bankruptcy Assistance and Practice Program (BAPP)

Reaffirmation Agreements and Redemptions

Languages

English

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