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Matthew John Wildes
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Biography
MATTHEW J. WILDES is a licensed attorney and certified public accountant (CPA). He is admitted to practice before Minnesota state courts and the United States Tax Court. His extensive professional experience includes positions at law and accounting firms, private businesses, and the Internal Revenue Service.
Matt specializes in representing clients in their disputes with the IRS and state revenue departments. As a CPA and licensed attorney with extensive tax experience, he is in the best position to argue the merits of your case and not just negotiate a settlement. Having worked for the IRS, Matt understands their approach towards audits and collections, and he will develop the best possible defense for your situation. He has successfully defended hundreds of clients against claims of unpaid Federal and state taxes, with final settlements often reducing the initial claims by 70% to 100%.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Minnesota for 6 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2019
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Location
CLAW Tax Group
1915 Highway 36 W Ste 4, Roseville, MN, 55113
CLAW Tax Group
4525 White Bear Pkwy, Suite 223, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Tax
Posted by Chuck | July 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Tax trouble
I had learned of back tax owed after my divorce. Dealing with the IRS on your own is a daunting experience, in many ways. Call volume is so high that often when calling at 9 AM, after wading through the automated system, a message will tell you that your call cannot be addressed in the next 8-10 bu...
Posted by Samuel | July 16, 2022 | Tax
Great Attorney, Great Work!
Matthew was very respectful, knowledgeable, and fair. I could not recommend him more for any of your tax questions/relief.
Posted by Kaden | July 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Professional, Quality Representation
Matt is great to work with! He is very professional and responsive. Matt was able to help me make strategic decisions to maximize tax benefits within my business.
Matthew John Wildes's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt Wildes is a hard-working, skilled, and incredibly intelligent. He is also a certified public accountant. Look no further than Wildes at Law for all your tax law needs!"
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Experience
Honors
2024
Emerging Leaders, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Up and Coming Attorney, Minnesota Lawyer
2023
Tax Attorney of the Year, Lawyer Monthly Magazine
2022
3 Best Tax Attorney in Saint Paul Minnesota, Three Best Rated
2022
Top Tax Attorney in Minneapolis/ St. Paul, Expertise
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Tax Attorney, CLAW Tax Group
2021 - Present
Tax Attorney, Wildes at Law LLC
2018 - 2019
Student Attorney, Chief Counsel Internal Revenue Service
Associations
2024 - Present
Minnesota Society of CPAsMember
2023 - Present
American Association of Attorney-Certified Public AccountantsMember
2016 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Grieve v. Commissioner
Successful Motion Defeat
Education
2019
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2016
Hamline University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2016
Hamline University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2024
Minnesota State Tax Update
Minnesota Income Tax Update
2023
2021
Minnesota DWI Deskbook
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Publications
2023
2019
Minnesota Bench and Bar
Tax Law Notes and Trends
2019
Journal of International Taxation
Moving to Canada Does Not Provide Protection from NIIT on 965 Income
2018
JOURNAL OF PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT & ADMINISTRATION
Minnesota’s reject of heightened standard for external obsolescence is proper interpretation of The Appraisal of Real Estate
2018
Tax Notes International
Section 965 Refunds Still Available to Taxpayers Under Some Circumstances
2017
Minnesota State Bar Association
The Roles Receivers Play in Family Law Matters
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
In axe throwing business can we charge state tax?
25 Feb 2024
Q&A
Can one mortgage co-owner claim the full mortgage interest and property tax itemized deduction?
13 Jul 2022
Q&A
What should I do if the Title Company didn't pay the withholding to the IRS?
11 Jul 2022