Nicholas James Richards II

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Nicholas James Richards II

also known as Nick Richards, Nick J Richards

4.9
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 27 years

Tax Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Tax, Litigation

1144 15th Street, Suite 2700, Denver, CO

About Nicholas

Biography

Do you have a tax audit, litigation or collection matter? Nick can help resolve your tax problem.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Litigation 50%

Former IRS Senior Trial Attorney representing individuals and businesses with tax related matters in the U.S. District Courts, U.S. Tax Court, and State Courts.

28 years | 500 cases

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Tax 50%

Former IRS Senior Trial Attorney. Federal and state tax litigation and controversy. Tax collection alternatives - collection due process, offers in compromise, installment agreements.

28 years | 500 cases

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 15 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Greenspoon Marder

1144 15th Street, Suite 2700, Denver, CO, 80202

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Nicholas James Richards II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Chase | July 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Choice

I have been working with Nick for over a year now. He has assisted me every step of the way with 4 tax audits. He has saved me so much time, money, and stress. I found out right away why he came so highly recommended. You can not go wrong with hiring him. I would recommend him to anyone. Thank ...you for everything.

Posted by dominick | July 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

diligent, effective, smart

Nick helped me with a few audits last year. he was on top of the entire process. i felt VERY comfortable having him go in there and battle for us. he knew where and when to push and was up front, clear and concise in his advise when NOT to push. i believe his knowledge in his field also kept the city... & state from overstepping their boundaries. overall, i would 100% recommend him, and he IS our attorney if anything like this should happen again.

Posted by Linda | July 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review for Attorney Nick Richards

Mr. Richards helped me with a long drawn out tax case with the IRS. He was exceptionally knowledgeable, attentive, responsive and wonderful to work with. He brought the case to resolution and obtained a very positive outcome for me. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Richie | July 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don't talk to the IRS without him!

Nick Richards currently represents me in a pending case against the IRS. His years of experience as an IRS attorney has kept me from making numerous mistakes that they look for from the other side. They're a lot sneakier than they want you to think they are, and it's easy to say something you'll be s...orry for. Mr. Richards has the smarts, experience, and knowledge to represent you effectively. And, probably most importantly, he conducts himself in a manner that commands respect from the other side without losing his humanity - they treat us better and have made us very favorable offers. I heartily recommend Mr. Richards to anyone dealing with the IRS.

Posted by Eric | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely well-versed and easy to work with

Our company has had the opportunity to work with Nick on various occasions and we are always impressed with the amount of knowledge and background he provides in the medical cannabis industry. He provides us with sound advice and peace of mind in this ever-changing industry. Besides his standou...t knowledge and professionalism, Nick is a really great guy in general and I always enjoy chatting it up on topics outside of work.. whether that be music, yoga or life! Keep up the great work, Nick!

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Nicholas James Richards II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Benda

Tax lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick is an outstanding attorney who handles tax disputes. He is very knowledgeable and a wonderful advisor to his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

The Global Top 200 Cannabis Lawyers List, Cannabis Law Report

2022

Cannabis Trailblazers, National Law Journal

2005

Superior Performance Award, IRS Chief Counsel

2004

Trial Team Attorney of the Year, IRS Chief Counsel

2003

Superior Performance Award, IRS Chief Counsel

2001

Significant Case Award, IRS Chief Counsel

1995

High Honors, University of California

1994

Dean's List, University of California

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Partner and Co-Chair Cannabis Law Group, Greenspoon Marder LLP

2016 - Present

Partner, Dill Dill Carr Stonbraker & Hutchings, P.C.

2012 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Denver University College Of Law

2009 - Present

Partner, Anderson & Jahde, P.C.

2005 - 2006

Staff Attorney to Chief Counsel, Chief Counsel Internal Revenue Service

1999 - 2005

Special Assistant United States Attorney, Us Dept Of Justice

1998 - 2009

Senior Attorney, Internal Revenue Service

1996 - 1998

Law Clerk, Marvin Chorzempa

Associations

2008 - Present

Greater Denver Tax Counsel Association

Member

2008 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1998 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of California

Sample of Legal Cases

Smith et al v. Commissioner

Win

Johnston v. Commissioner

Win

Hambarian v. Commissioner

Win

Clark v. Commissioner

Win

Universal Trust v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo 2000-390

Win

Dirkse v. Commissioner

Win

Bohn v. Commissioner

Win

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Education

1998

Northwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Tax Section Meeting

Cannabis Tax Update

2016

Orange County Bar Foundation

Cannabis Tax and Audits

2016

CPE

Cannabis Tax, Audits & Litigation

2016

CPA CPE

Cannabis Audits and Compliance

2016

Annual Meeting

Form 8300 Compliance

2015

Preparing and Defending Tax Returns for the Legal Marijuana Industry

Colorado State Taxes and Audits

2015

Lunch and Learn -Financial Products

Foreign Disclosure and Filing

2015

Graduate Tax Program

State and Local Tax

2015

Continuing Professional Education

Tax Litigation and Appeals

2015

Continuing Professional Education

IRS Collections

2015

Continuing Professional Education

IRS Audits

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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