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Alyssa Maloof Whatley
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Experienced attorney helping clients with debt, IRS, and GA Tax Relief, Audits, United States Tax and Bankruptcy Litigation. Specialize in obtaining debt relief through bankruptcy, offer in compromise, innocent spouse relief, and penalty abatement. Strong legal professional skilled in financial analysis and settlement negotiations.
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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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Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2019 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Alyssa is an awesome tax attorney!
Words can not express the level of gratitude I have for Alyssa & all that she did for me! When I came to Alyssa, I owed over $30K in back taxes, filed Chapter 7 & had NO Full-time job. I was using any 1099 monies received to live on which means I was adding onto the $30K. I was a tax mess, felt ...
Posted by Melissa | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Highly recommend
Alyssa was a wonderful lawyer and was very knowledgeable in all tax laws. She was always available to talk on the phone and answer any questions we had. She helped us solve our tax issues in a quick and professional manner. We live in Colorado and she is in Georgia and it never felt like she was acro...
Posted by Barb | May 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Absolutely amazing attorney!
Alyssa is an amazing attorney! She is knowledgeable, effective, and efficient. She is also quick to respond, extremely pleasant, and very reassuring. We are so grateful for her expertise and help! Highly recommend!!!!
Posted by Dr. Dave | May 24, 2019
Awesome Tax Law Assistance!
From the moment I started working with Alyssa, my distress & blood pressure decreased and my confidence increased that all of this would be okay! Super smart, very knowledgeable, and just delightful to work with. I'm so relieved and encouraged!
Posted by Alan | May 16, 2019
Kind, generous, helpful and really cares
In our first consultation Alyssa was very understanding, non-judgmental and actually helped me. She took time to really hear all the issues and gave me real solutions without a sales pitch. As a matter of fact she set me on a path to fixing my issue without a charge.
Alyssa Maloof Whatley's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I've known Ms. Whatley since law school. Throughout the years, she's proven to be a zealous, competent advocate for her clients."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Alyssa is a bright, personable, and diligent attorney who achieves excellent results for her clients. I highly recommend Alyssa."
"Alyssa is an exceptional lawyer. Her hard work, experience and knowledge produce great results for her clients."
"Alyssa is an extremely intelligent, determined and effective tax and bankruptcy attorney, who does a fantastic job as an advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alyssa is a kind and knowledgeable attorney."
"Alyssa is an excellent and knowledgeable Bankruptcy attorney with litigation experience who strives to provide superb representation to her clients."
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Experience
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 GroupPresident
2015 - Present
Atlanta Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Tax Law SectionMember
2015 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law SectionMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Georgiamember
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
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