Gerald L. Brantley

Austin attorney Gerald Brantley brings over twenty-five years of extensive experience as a trial lawyer, with a successful track record in the United States Tax Court and federal trial and appellate courts. His current practice is dedicated to federal tax controversies.

As a federal tax litigation attorney, Brantley represents clients in cases before the United States Tax Court and has successfully tried numerous Tax Court cases. He also represents clients in administrative proceedings with the IRS, such as audits and collection cases. Many of his clients have seen favorable outcomes, including reduced penalties and tax liabilities.

Brantley possesses years of experience providing effective representation in IRS administrative proceedings and judicial proceedings in the United States Tax Court. He was a trial attorney with the IRS Office of Chief Counsel for ten years, achieving the prestigious position of Special Trial Attorney. He has successfully represented taxpayers for over twelve years, drawing on the experience and knowledge he gained as a trial attorney for the IRS. Brantley believes in keeping his clients informed and involved in every step of the legal process, ensuring they understand their rights and options.

Brantley's experience as a tax litigator has instilled in him a solution-oriented approach. When the IRS examines his client's tax returns, he proactively meets with the IRS Revenue Agent. If the Revenue Agent alleges the taxpayer owes additional tax or penalties, Brantley can appeal to the IRS Appeals Division, negotiating with an IRS Appeals Officer. He has the proven ability and experience to litigate if negotiation does not produce a satisfactory settlement.

Effective representation is crucial in significantly reducing the anxiety associated with federal tax disputes. With Brantley's representation, many federal tax controversies can be resolved during the audit with the IRS Examination Division, settled after the examination with the IRS Appeals Division, or tried in the United States Tax Court. If the IRS has contacted you about your tax returns or taxes that you owe, now is the time to call Austin tax attorney Gerald Brantley to represent you.