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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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Posted by Renee | June 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Tax
David Coffin Law Office
My husband and I hired David Coffin's law firm to represent us in dealing with the IRS. Absolutely the best decision, best law firm, and BEST PEOPLE. It is scary when dealing with the IRS on any tax matter, big or small. From Mr. Coffin to his associate lawyer, Alejo Pacini who handled our case an...
Posted by Edith | May 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Extremely professional and friendly on a personal level
David Coffin is an exceptional lawyer, and it has been a pleasure to work with him. Allen and Edith, his clients, were in a tough spot, having owed the IRS a substantial sum of money for almost a decade. David took on this case and negotiated a settlement with the IRS that was a real game-changer. In...
Thank you for the wonderful review, Edith. It is a pleasure working for you and Allen.
Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Tax
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I was referred to David by my divorce attorney. I was seeking innocent spouse relief from unpaid taxes incurred while I was married but was unaware of. I could have submitted the IRS Form 8857 Request for Innocent Spouse Relief on my own but decided the issue was too critical not to have profession...
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure representing you.
Posted by Eric | September 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Great Advocate!
Mr. Coffin has helped my family in so many ways. He and his team are knowledgeable, capable, and helpful! We are thankful that he is our attorney.
Posted by Antonio | November 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Tax lien
David Coffin was a wonderful attorney to work with. We walked in his office not knowing what was going to happen and David walked us through each and every step of the process. He gave us advice most attorneys wouldn't give, he wasn't in it for the money. He genuinely wanted to help us, which is rare...
"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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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
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.
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JD - Juris Doctor
1992
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1987
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2012
"Determining the Dischargeablility of Unsecured Income Tax Debts - Breaking the Code of the IRS Account Transcripts"
2011
"Dealing with the IRS Before Bankruptcy - What to do With Your Debtor Who Has Tax Issues"
2011
"Discharging Federal Income Taxes in Bankruptcy: Be Wary of These Traps!"
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