David B. Coffin

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David B. Coffin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Tax Lawyer at Southlake, TX
Practice Areas: Tax

300 Miron Dr., Southlake, TX

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About David

Biography

Former Trial Lawyer for the IRS - A Law Firm Handling Only IRS Tax Matters. Call Today 817-727-4929

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Tax 100%

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oklahoma for 32 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 1993

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

David Coffin PLLC

300 Miron Dr., Southlake, TX, 76092-7857

davidcoffinlaw.com/

Online Presence

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David B. Coffin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

77 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 35 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Ron and Donna | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Tax

They saved our lives!

After years of working with so called "professionals", my wife and I have finally found a firm that excels in their field. Their attitude, expertise and honesty are overwhelming! David and Adam actually care about their clients...unlike many that provide services today. We began with a very difficult... situation and soon realized there was light at the end of a very long dark tunnel. The most disappointing realization came, after going through the OIC process, was how we were previously so ill advised by other Law Firms, Tax Attorneys and CPA's. We finally feel in control of our future and highly recommend David and Adam for all your tax related issues.

Posted by Lance | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Complex IRS Issue

We hired Mr. Coffin and his team for a very complex and complicated IRS lawsuit. It was for the years 1980 and 1981 in Hawaii. The case was not settled until 2007. The IRS waited 5 years to notify me the case was finalized. We had to fire the attorney that represented us in the suit due to incompeten...t performance and lack of response to our calls. The judgment stated I was to pay off an agreed to amount. The IRS set up the payment schedule which also involved an x-wife sharing in the payoff. She contested and claimed to be an innocent spouse. She lost that claim. The problem began when the IRS voided my installment payback schedule and levied huge amounts of penalties ($$$$$) on the amount owed. This was in direct violation of the court ordered settlement. Mr. Coffin and his exemplary staff, which included Adam Coen, took our issue on and represented us in an appeal which resulted in the original agreement being reinstated and all penalties removed. We prevailed, thanks to their skill and knowledge of how the IRS works. Their practices are professional. They are very straightforward. The provided us with updates and helped to ease our anxiety and frustration. They responded to our phone calls. They sat down with us and listened to the strange twist this case had taken all these years. We had been trying to resolve the installment issue for a year when we hired this team in April 2015. It is resolved and we are grateful for their professional and aggressive results. Mr. Coffin and his team are interested in results. They know how to get them. We are so grateful to them for their time and results which resolved our case.

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2014 | Tax

David Coffin

When I first met with David Coffin, he was confident he could help with my tax problem. He consistently kept me informed and promptly answered any emails and phone calls. I had spoken with another Attorney before hiring David and wasn't comfortable with his process or demeanor- David explained how... we would approach the situation and we resolved the issue much quicker than I had expected.

Posted by debra | August 22, 2014 | Tax

David Coffin; A man of integrity and honesty

David Coffin is a man of integrity and honesty. He walked me through every step of my tax problems so I could understand what to expect, how we were going to deal with my problems and what solutions were available. Once I found David Coffin I stopped worrying and knew this was a person who would prot...ect me and keep me informed, he has exceeded my expectations. I would recommend David Coffin to anyone who wanted quick, affordable, and superior representation for all your tax problems.

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2014 | Debt Settlement

IRS Offer In Compromise Help

Dealing with the IRS is never an enjoyable experience, especially when you owe them money. For years, I dealt with the burden of a debt I felt was insurmountable due to a change in my income level. David guided me through the offer in compromise process rather effortlessly. He kept me well-informed t...hroughout the process and eventually succeeded in getting my offer accepted. I ended up settling the entire debt for less than 5% of the original amount owed. I don't know how he did it, but I will be forever grateful to David for helping put that chapter of my life behind me. Thanks David!

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David B. Coffin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alejo Pacini

Tax lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David Coffin works incredibly hard to get the best possible results for his clients. Client service is a priority and he is an expert on how to communicate with the IRS."

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Behrooz Vida

Tax lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David and I have worked together on several cases involving federal tax matters. I trust his abilities regarding tax matters and refer tax cases to him on a regular basis."

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Joshua Smeltzer

Tax lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David Coffin and I have worked together as both government and private attorneys. He is an excellent attorney."

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Chris Newsom

Tax lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is the attorney you should engage for IRS tax matters, including audits, collections and litigation. His staff is great too."

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Lawrence Brown

Unknown lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David Coffin is a top notch tax attorney and one of the finest people I know. Over the years, I have worked together with David on matters and we have routinely consulted each other on cases that our respective firms are handling. David has deep experience in tax law, both in private practice and as a trial attorney with the Department of Justice Tax Division (DOJ Tax), and he is highly respected by key decision makers at IRS and DOJ Tax. He routinely solves very large tax problems for clients, and he treats his clients very well. Even though I have been in the practice over 30 years, I and my team benefit greatly from David's insights and advice. As i recently told a prospective client i was referring to him, I would send my own mother to David Coffin. I endorse him in the strongest possible terms."

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Robert Crill

Tax lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Other

"I have had the opportunity to speak to many attorneys in the local community, about the attention and dedication David devotes to his clients. That is why I decided to hire him myself for a complex tax matter. I found him to be responsive, intelligent, and accurate in his advice. He also has a very caring and proactive approach with his clients, which I appreciate immensely. I would recommend David to anyone who has a complex issue involving the IRS !"

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Sharon Easley

Tax lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Other

"David has assisted me in dealing with the IRS for several years now. As his client, I have been very happy with his responsiveness to my questions and to the results. In fact, I am very pleased with the results. As I am also a lawyer, I am probably more critical than most clients. However, I have nothing to criticize. The process is slow and can be frustrating at times, but David always made me feel comfortable and never lost his patience with my many questions. I highly recommend David."

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James Williams

Tax lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a rock solid tax attorney. He has the highest integrity and fights for his clients in an effective and professional way. He is a great referral resource for clients with any kind of tax issues."

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Alejo Pacini

Tax lawyer

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Lawrence Brown

Tax fraud and tax evasion lawyer

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James Williams

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

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2023

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2021

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2020

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2008

Lucite Award, Internal Revenue Service

2007

Oustanding Attorney, US Dept. of Justice, Tax Divison

2005

Tax Division Awards for Special Act or Service, U.S. Department of Justice, Tax Division

1999

Completed Civil Trial Advocacy Course, Executive Office for US Attorneys Office

1990

Certified Public Accountant, Oklahoma State Board of Public Accountancy

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Southern Methodist University School Of Law

1900 - Present

Principal, David Coffin PLLC

1999 - 2010

Senior Trial Attorney, United States Department of Justice

1993 - 1998

Associate Attorney, Klingenberg & Associates, P.C.

Associations

State Bar of Texas

Oklahoma Bar Association

American Bar Association

American Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants

Dallas Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

TransCapital Leasing Associates 1990-II L.P. v. United States, 97 A.F.T.R.2d 2006-1916 (W. D. Texas March 31, 2006)

Favorable

Enbridge Energy Co., Inc. v. United States, 553 F.Supp.2d 716 (S.D. Tex. 2008)

Favorable

United States v. Evans, 513 F. Supp. 2d 825, 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 20559 (W.D. Tex. 2007)

Favorable

Parr v. United States, 203 F. Supp. 2d 726, 2002 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 9336 (S.D. Tex. 2002)

Favorable

Pircher v. United States, 2008 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 101021, (W.D. Tex. 2008)

Favorable

In re Wren Alexander Investments, LLC, No. 08-52914 (Bankr. W.D. Tex. 2/17/11).

Favorable

In re Chabrand, 301 B.R. 468 (Bankr. S.D. Tex. 2003).

Favorable

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Education

1993

University of Oklahoma

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Oklahoma College of Law

JD

1987

University of Oklahoma

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2012

22nd Annual DFW Area Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy Conference

"Determining the Dischargeablility of Unsecured Income Tax Debts - Breaking the Code of the IRS Account Transcripts"

2011

21st Annual DFW Area Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy Conference

"Dealing with the IRS Before Bankruptcy - What to do With Your Debtor Who Has Tax Issues"

2011

2011 Consumer Bankruptcy Practice Seminar

"Discharging Federal Income Taxes in Bankruptcy: Be Wary of These Traps!"

Languages

English

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