Erica Good Pless

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Erica Good Pless

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Tax Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Tax

3025 5th Ave. N., Saint Petersburg, FL

About Erica

Biography

Do you have an IRS tax problem? Call The Pless Law Firm, P.A. today for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Tax 100%

Assist in the resolution of tax controversy cases; Internal Revenue Service and Florida Department of Revenue representation; Innocent Spouse/Injured Spouse relief; Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (payroll taxes); Liens and levies; Payment plans; United States Tax Court representation.

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 17 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Erica Pless

3025 5th Ave. N., Saint Petersburg, FL, 33713

theplesslawfirm.com

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Erica Good Pless's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Should have hired her sooner

I had been attempting to deal with the IRS on my own for a few years while the liens and threats of garnishments increased. In our initial meeting, Erica laid out what could possibly be done along with worst case scenarios. After hiring her, the burden and stress of communication with the IRS was lif...ted and the outcome was better than hoped for.

Posted by Phil | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Excellent results and experience!!

I hired Erica to help me with a tax issue that I had with the IRS that had gone on for many years...at our initial meeting she clearly laid out the costs, timeframe and expectations of the entire process. Along the way we had frequent communications about the process and how the IRS would react to o...ur offer....the results were even better than I ever expected!! Her professionalism and expertise in this area are outstanding....I highly recommend her for anyone needing help in this area!!

Posted by Phil | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Excellent attorney

When our company got behind on our payroll tax payments we hired a firm recommended by our bank to work out a payment plan with the IRS. Their incompetence only made the situation worse. By the time we hired Erica we thought the situation was hopeless. It turned out she had worked with the agent a...ssigned to us and he told me that it was good that he hired her when we did. She helped turn the situation around and though her efforts we were able to work out a plan that enabled us to get current. I hope I never need her services again but if I do I will not hesitate to hire her again. I have already recommended her to another company that was in a similar situation.

Posted by Todd | January 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Unequivocal in Service/Expertise !

I had 4 years of unfiled tax returns (personal & LLC) with large amounts due; in addition to fees assessed. It was a very stressful situation. Erica's patience with me, combined with her great expertise and tenacity, allowed for a reduction of fees along with a payment arrangement within my budget. ...I can't thank her enough for making a stressful situation easier with the most positive result possible! ~ Todd B.

Posted by Tony | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Extremely satisfied with all aspects of the service I received.

I cannot recommend the services of Erica Pless enough. From first meeting and throughout my need of her services, she was very professional, courteous, prompt in our dealings and very informative the whole time. I cannot compliment her enough for all she did. Excellent.

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Erica Good Pless's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Woodward

Tax fraud and tax evasion lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, not only as an accomplished fellow at The Bar. but also as 'My Lawyer'. In turn, I referred clients with tax issues to her from all over the state. This list has failed to provide the practice area I would have chosen as descriptive of her: TAX"

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Jennifer Codding

Tax lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Do not try to muddle your way through the tax code on your own. I endorse Erica for her knowledge of the tax code."

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John Hornbeck

Unknown lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kira Doyle

Tax lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pless is a passionate advocate for her clients and extremely knowledgeable in tax matters. She is professional and attentive to her clients' needs, and I highly recommend her."

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Meredith Gaunce

Tax lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred two clients to Erica for assistance with a tax issue, and both clients RAVED about her knowledge and responsiveness. If I ever had a tax law issue, she would be my first call."

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Cindy Campbell

Tax lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Erica is an intelligent and thoughtful attorney who provides excellent service to her clients."

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Zebulon Chandler

Tax lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erica is a skilled tax attorney. I highly recommend her."

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John Yoak

Tax lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erica's ability to communicate highly technical tax concepts in ways that are understandable to any audience is impressive, which is likely why she's literally "written the book" on several income and estate tax issues. I'm happy to endorse Erica."

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Alicia James

Tax lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Valuable asset to the Avvo community."

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Joseph Pippen

Tax lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Pless is a rising star in the Florida legal community."

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James Sutton

Tax lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erica is a hard working federal tax attorney. She is both knowledgeable and cares about her clients."

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Amber Patwell

Tax lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Pless is not only extremely knowledgeable and versed in tax law, she has the experience to back it up."

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Kira Doyle

Estate planning lawyer

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Meredith Gaunce

Employment and labor lawyer

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Cindy Campbell

Estate planning lawyer

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John Yoak

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Joseph Pippen

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James Sutton

Tax lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Leader in the Law, Florida Association for Women Lawyers

2008

William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson University College of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, The Pless Law Firm, P.A.

2011 - 2011

Associate Attorney, The Law Offices of Darrin T. Mish, P.A.

2010 - 2011

NCSTL Fellow, Stetson University College Of Law

2009 - 2009

Staff Attorney, Gulfcoast Legal Services, Inc.

2004 - 2006

Litigation Assistant, Gregory Sharer & Stuart P.A.

Associations

2016 - 2017

Pinellas County Florida Association for Women Lawyers (PFAWL)

Social Programs Director

2014 - 2016

Pinellas County Florida Association for Women Lawyers (PFAWL)

Public Relations Director

2014 - 2016

American Bar Association

2013 - 2015

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Education

2012

University of Alabama School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2008

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Eckerd College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

St. Petersburg Bar Association, Probate Section Luncheon

Fiduciary Flops & Disastrous Distributions

2013

Stetson Solo Practice Network

Florida & Federal Taxes for the Solo Practitioner

2012

The Free COO Tax Planning

2012

Making Consumer Cents: The Voice of Russia American Edition 2013 Tax Increases

2012

Publications

2012

2012

2012

Haddon Hall Publishing The Essential Planning Guide to the 2013 Income and Estate Tax Increases

2012

BNA publications Estate Tax Planning in 2011 and 2012 Recent Developments and 2012 Supplement, Co-author

2011

Leimberg Services Newsletter Supreme Court Cases Confirm Tenancy by the Entireties in Personal Property and Ability of One Spouse to Transfer Assets to Tenancy by the Entireties

Languages

English

Activity

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