As a senior attorney for Gordon Law Group, Michael Brandwein has years of experience representing clients before the Internal Revenue Service and Illinois Department of Revenue. With his knack for drafting complex financial statements, Michael has helped innumerable clients secure repayment plans and submit favorable settlement offers. His work has saved clients millions of dollars in taxes, interest, and penalties.
Michael also guides individuals and businesses through IRS audits, drafts penalty abatement requests, solves complex tax-related issues, prepares delinquent FBAR submissions, and assists clients with IRS compliance and disclosure filings.
Additionally, Michael has substantial experience establishing new business enterprises on behalf of clients. His guidance and practical approach have allowed his clients to both establish and continue their operations successfully. Likewise, he has negotiated numerous business deals worth millions of dollars to his clients.
Before joining the Gordon Law Group, Michael served as Director of Resolutions for a nationwide tax resolution firm, where he oversaw the Resolutions Department, managed the day-to-day staff activities, and monitored case progress. He was able to maintain a substantial caseload in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, lifting wage garnishments, bank levies, and halting the IRS collection process in its tracks.
Michael completed his undergraduate studies at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, graduating with Honors from the College of Arts and Sciences with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and as a Dean’s List member. He then completed his Juris Doctor at Loyola University School of Law in Chicago, Illinois, where he was active in the Moot Court program while also volunteering at a local low-income tax clinic.
A born attorney, Michael’s hobbies include writing, reading, and researching new case law.
Practice areas
IRS Representation Offer in Compromise Installment Agreements Audit Defense Penalty Abatement Appeals IDOR Board of Appeals Representation IDOR Installment Agreement IDOR Audit Defense
Service Agreements Consulting Agreements Employer Agreements Independent Contractor Agreements
Corporate Formation and Maintenance Operating Agreement Bylaws MIPA Corporate Resolutions
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2011 | 06/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 26 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2022 |
Prairie State Achievement in Writing | State of Illinois | 2004 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Corporate Department Manager | Gordon Law Group | 2021 - Present |
Senior Attorney | Gordon Law Group | 2016 - 2021 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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The Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2019 - Present |
Condo Association | President | 2018 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola University Chicago School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
Indiana University-Bloomington | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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IRS OIC | OIC Settlement |
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Aaron Wiener, Tax Attorney on Sep 17, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Michael's extensive tax resolution background makes him the go-to choice for any matters involving the IRS and/or the IDOR. He is a passionate advocate for his clients and exceptionally easy to work with as a fellow attorney.
Andrew Gordon, Tax Attorney on Aug 19, 2020
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Michael is a senior attorney at Gordon Law. Michael has handled some of our most complex tax matters as well as business litigation (including corporate disputes and FTC litigation). Great attorney!
Aaron Wiener, Tax Attorney on Sep 17, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Michael's extensive tax resolution background makes him the go-to choice for any matters involving the IRS and/or the IDOR. He is a passionate advocate for his clients and exceptionally easy to work with as a fellow attorney.
Andrew Gordon, Tax Attorney on Aug 19, 2020
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Michael is a senior attorney at Gordon Law. Michael has handled some of our most complex tax matters as well as business litigation (including corporate disputes and FTC litigation). Great attorney!
Michael Raff, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Aug 6, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Michael is a zealous advocate for his clients
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