Benjamin Stolz, Esq. is an attorney in Dallas, Texas with over 28 years of experience. He concentrates his practice primarily in the areas of Bankruptcy, Business Transactions, Nonprofit organizations, IRS Tax Controversy, and administrative law, specifically SBA Loan Defaults and Loan Workouts.
Mr. Stolz has spoken at numerous local and statewide seminars on various topics, including consumer bankruptcy, business formation and non-profit law, and has authored numerous CLE programs presented across the country.
He received his undergraduate degrees from the University of South Florida, graduating with Departmental Honors in Philosophy and Political Science. He then received his J.D. from Southern Methodist University (SMU) School of Law in 1990. He is admitted to practice in all Texas Courts, the United States District Court and Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas and the United States Tax Court.
He is a member of the Texas Bar Association, the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) and the American Bar Association (ABA). Mr. Stolz is also a past Member of the Texas Bar College.
Practice areas
We represent clients before the Small Business Administration (SBA), Department of Treasury (DOT), Department of Eduction (DOE) and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service (BFS).
Authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS in all 50 States. Nonprofit organization (formation and governance), and 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Status. IRS tax liens, bank levies, wage garnishments, innocent spouse, payroll tax problems, and collection appeals
We represens small business owners and consumers who require relief under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. We handle Chapters 7, 11, 11 Sub V, and 13. We have handled hundreds of bankruptcy cases for clients across Northern Texas.
Company formation, Venture capital counsel, Contract review, Trademark filings, Licensing, Employee compensation plans and Non-Profit Corporations.
Languages spoken
English
Benjamin A. Stolz, Esq.
8150 N. Central Expressway
Suite 1675
Dallas, TX, 75206
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1990 | 03/07/2021 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Perliski Law Group | 2014 - Present |
| General Counsel | GoSolo Technologies, Inc. | 1999 - 2006 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Tax Court | Member | 2010 - Present |
| O Max Gardner Bankruptcy Boot Camps | Alumni | 2009 - Present |
| State Bar of Texas | Member | 1990 - Present |
| American Bankruptcy Institute | Member | N/A |
| American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| College of the State Bar of Texas | Member | 2009 - 2010 |
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| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Perliski Law Group | Can a Notice of an IRS Bank Levy Extend to Savings Acounts or Certificates of Deposits Pledged as Security for Loan? | 2016 |
| SBA Loan Default Help | The Bank turned down my Offer-in-Compromise. Can’t I just send it to the SBA for review? | 2016 |
| Real Estate Sales: How to Subordinate an IRS Tax Lien | Real Estate Sales: How to Subordinate an IRS Tax Lien | 2014 |
| S-Corporations: What you Need to Know | S-Corporations: What you Need to Know | 2013 |
| The Limited Liability Company: What you Need to Know | The Limited Liability Company: What you Need to Know | 2013 |
| The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Is Your Client at Risk for Unpaid Overtime Claims? | The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Is Your Client at Risk for Unpaid Overtime Claims? | 2012 |
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| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law | Juris Doctor (J.D.) | 1990 |
| University of South Florida | BA - Bachelor of Arts [Departmental Honors] | 1986 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The SBA Loan Workout: Negotiating Offer in Compromise on SBA 7(a) and 504 Loans | SBA Loans | 2014 |
| IRS Form 1023EZ: The Fast Track to 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status for Small Charities | Non-Profit Law | 2014 |
| Forming a Church: The IRS, Tax-Exempt Status and More | Nonprofit Law | 2014 |
| Charitable Deductions 101: When Can your Client Take that Deduction | Charitable Deductions 101: When Can your Client Take that Deduction | 2014 |
| Settling, Canceling & Discharging your Client's Tax Debt: How to Deal with the IRS. | Settling IRS Debts | 2013 |
| Settling Credit Card Debt: Avoiding a Big Tax Bill from the IRS | Debt Settlement | 2013 |
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| Introducing Electronic Records into Evidence | Federal Rules of Evidence | 2013 |
| A Primer on Non-Profit Corporations | Non Profit Corporations | 2013 |
| Offshore Banking and Foreign Bank Accounts: Keeping your Clients out of Trouble with the IRS | Foreign Bank Accounts | 2011 |
| Foreclosures, Loan Modifications and Short Sales: What are the Tax Consequences? | Foreclosure | 2011 |
| Discharging Tax Liabilities in Bankruptcy: A Primer on Dealing with the IRS | Tax Bankruptcy | 2011 |
| What Every Family Lawyer needs to know about Bankruptcy | Family Law & Bankruptcy | 2010 |
| Settling, Canceling, or Discharging Your Tax Bill with the IRS: What You Need to Know | IRS Tax Problems | 2010 |
| Consumer Bankruptcy 101: Building a Successful Chapter 13 Practice | Consumer Bankruptcy | 2010 |
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Robert Grossman, Tax Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Ben is not only a fine attorney but a great law teacher as well. Ben's courses are top notch.
Robert von Dohlen, Tax Attorney on Dec 13, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. His answers on AVVO demonstrate an impressive knowledge of his practice area.
Douglas Borthwick, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Silvie Alfonso, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 17, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Ben is a highly experienced attorney who utlizies his subsantial skill and experience to think outside the box in order to provide elite representation for his clients.
Bruce Alford, Tax Attorney on Sep 16, 2014
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I have known Ben professionally and as a friend for 20 years. He is very intelligent and has excellent skills in representing clients.
Nancy Perliski, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 30, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Gary Bollinger, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 28, 2014
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Has demonstrated a remarkably detailed knowledge of Student Loan law on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer.
Caroline Vodzak, Tax Attorney on Jan 30, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Andrew Driggs, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 24, 2011
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Ben Stolz is a rare find in an attorney--incredible skills with a true devotion to the welfare of his clients. He is a mentor and trainer to other attorneys and well respected by judges and bankruptcy trustees. I endorse and recommend Ben to anyone searching for an outstanding attorney to best represent their interests.
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