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David B. Coffin, the founder of David Coffin PLLC, focuses his practice entirely on IRS disputes and controversies for both individuals and businesses across Texas. With more than 11 years as a Trial Attorney for the Department of Justice Tax Division, David represented the IRS in various federal district and bankruptcy courts throughout Texas, dealing with complex corporate tax shelter cases, including notable ones like TransCapital Leasing Associates 1990-II L.P. v. United States. His extensive experience extends to handling federal tax lien enforcements and Trust Fund Recovery Penalty cases. These professional experiences provided David with substantial insights, which he now leverages to benefit his clients. Since November 2010, David has used his vast knowledge to craft effective strategies for client success, supported by a passionate legal team. He approaches each case with optimism, creating a dynamic and positive environment for resolving IRS issues. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, David holds a BBA in accounting and a law degree, and he is licensed as a lawyer and CPA in Oklahoma and Texas. He resides in Grapevine, Texas, with his wife and three children and teaches at SMU Dedman School of Law as an adjunct professor.
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Licensed in Texas for 26 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oklahoma for 32 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Debt Collection
Posted by Kamethia | May 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
One In A Million
Mr. Coffin is a hero. My parents have a business that I worked at off and on since I was in high school, I am now in my 40's. Over the years I would work sometimes two and three jobs so I could be there for them. In 2017, the IRS came after them for taxes and the IRS said I was responsible as well, o...
Posted by Doug | May 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
David is the best
I went to David after the IRS had already started garnishing my wages. In a week he had the garnishment lifted and me on a payment program. He explained all my options in a way I could understand. He answered all my questions promptly and laid out all my options. I ended up paying 4% of what I owed t...
Posted by Becky from Arlington | December 16, 2013 | Debt Collection
Great,Understanding Attonery
I hired David B Coffin October 2013 for failing to file over 10 years of tax returns! This all happen during the Government Shut Down! I was nerves wreck the IRS had levied my check. I was thinking there is no way out of this mess but there was and David came to rescue! He assured me once the Gover...
David B. Coffin's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"David Coffin and I have worked together as both government and private attorneys. He is an excellent attorney."
"David is the attorney you should engage for IRS tax matters, including audits, collections and litigation. His staff is great too."
"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."
"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 !"
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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
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
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Q&A
Can the IRS seize assets jointly inherited by siblings if one of them has a tax lien?
04 Feb 2014
Q&A
IRS says I owe $10,426 from understatement of taxes due to a 1099-K Paypal submitted to IRS, but I didn't understate my Income.
03 Feb 2014