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Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
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Law Offices of Steven S Chung
13245 South St., Cerritos, CA, 90703
Law Offices of Steven S Chung
7002 Moody St Ste 228, La Palma, CA, 90623
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Steven S Chung's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Waste of money and time
Steven Chung is big on FB and auto PR but actually I found him incompetent, unprofessional, unreliable and has no clue whatsoever on business and tax law. He took $200 for Messenger consultation on a simple transfer of LLC ownership (resolved in a few hours by another lawyer) and his consultation was...
Posted by Iva | January 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best in his field!
If anyone needs to get out of a tax pickle, this is your guy! He came recommended by many people in the business community and I'm so glad we took their recommendation. We've spent the last two years working with him on a case and he got it completely dropped! We truly believe his experience in fight...
Posted by David | August 13, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Knowledgeable and Reliable
Spoke to few tax lawyers but only Steven was able to sort through the complicated facts and spot the key issues and facts. He is really at the top of his game. I would not hesitate to reach out to Steven again for any tax law matter. You won't regret it.
Posted by Melissa | December 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Life saver
Attorney Steven Chung saved us from a tax issue. He walked us through the process and was very thorough, responsive and fair. We would highly recommend his services. We will also be using him to file our tax returns.
Posted by Phil | October 31, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Experienced, knowledgeable, Professional!
I was confused about the LA City tax law and Steven volunteered to explain the terms to me. It turns out I had interpreted the code incorrectly and this saved me a few sleepless nights! He also answered my other related questions even though it was getting late and it was a pro bono phone call. He's ...
Steven S Chung's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steve really knows his tax law. He is very informative and knowledgeable. He's given me great advice for my own legal tax matters. I endorse this lawyer."
"I turn to Steve Chung for my tax questions. His knowledge exceeds that of attorneys who work for the IRS."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steven is an excellent tax attorney and I refer all my tax clients to him. He is very quick to respond, very knowledgeable and takes care of all my referrals."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I needed assistance for a client of mine on a legal matter so I reached out to him and even though he was not able to directly solve my problem, he was still willing to connect with an attorney who could help me. He is a collegial attorney who is easy to work with. I certainly endorse him."
"Steven has an incredibly expansive knowledge of tax law. While working with Steven at Lawyerist, he has educated me on issues in the practice area. He also has done well to educate the community on issues regarding tax and virtual worlds."
"Stephen's knowledge of tax law has been the basis for many of his excellent contributions to Lawyerist. He does a great job translating complicated (and frequently dry) tax concepts for laypeople."
"Steven Chung is an amazing attorney that truly loves what he does. He is a tax whiz and I refer any clients with tax matters to him. I endorse this lawyer."
"Steven Chung and I are active participants on the ABA's Solosez listserve. He has been extremely helpful to me and others when tax questions arise. I have been very impressed by his knowledge and willingness to help."
"Steven Chung is an excellent person to speak to regarding tax matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Chung provided me very helpful advice in an area of law (Tax) that I am unfamiliar with. He was quick to respond to the questions I had."
"Steve is a fountain of knowledge, and is very diligent and attentive to Client's needs. I endorse this lawyer."
"Steven is very smart and knowledgeable. But more importantly, combined with his skills, he is also friendly and approachable. He was extremely helpful when I had a question regarding tax matters for one of my clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a tax attorney."
"This lawyer is personable and well connected. He is always willing to lend a helping hand!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. chung is a very knowledgeable and caring attorney. He listens to your needs and explains everything very well. I recommend Mr. Chung to anyone who has tax questions or needs assistance."
"Steven is a very sharp guy. When I had a question about a tax lien issue, he was quick to provide helpful and timely information. He knows his stuff!"
"I endorse Steven as a tax attorney. My endorsement is based upon my experience in having discussed legal matters with him on multiple occasions including tax, Internet and asset protection issues. I trust his judgment and am likely to refer him tax planning and controversy clients in the future."
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Experience
Honors
2007
National Finalist, American Bar Association Section of Taxation Law Student Tax Challenge
2006
CALI Award for Highest Grade in Taxation of Business Orgs, CALI
2005
CALI Award for Highest Grade in Advanced Immigration Law, CALI
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Tax Columnist, Lawyerist Media, LLC
Associations
2015 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar Association, Taxation SectionSecretary
2014 - Present
International Game Developers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (California chapter)Member
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Taxation SectionMember
2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Section of TaxationMember
2011 - 2012
American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Administrative Law SectionVice Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Settled $300,000+ tax debt in Maryland for $25,000
Case settled for 9% of balance due.
Settled Innocent Spouse Claim in U.S. Tax Court
Settled
Helped self-employed architect settle $60,000 IRS debt for $100.00
$60,000 IRS tax debt settled for $100.00
California Small Claims Judgment In Favor of Client
Small claims appeal upheld original verdict.
Settled IRS tax debt for $10.
IRS accepted Offer in Compromise for $10
Domestic Violence Conviction Vacated and Case Dismissed
Guilty plea withdrawn and charge was dismissed.
$14,000 Trust Fund Recovery Penalty tax settled for $100.
Tax debt settled for $100.
Taxpayer's State Income Tax Completely Discharged.
Tax debt fully discharged.
Korean Immigrant Settles $27,000 IRS Tax Debt for $100
IRS accepted $100.00 settlement via Offer in Compromise.
Taxpayer in California - Offer in Compromise
The IRS accepted $100.00 to settle the tax debt.
Taxpayer in California - Offer in Compromise
The IRS accepted $200.00 to settle the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty
Taxpayer in California - Offer in Compromise
The IRS accepted $100.00 to settle the outstanding tax debt.
Taxpayer in Florida - IRS Audit
Client's tax liability was reduced to $80,000.
Client in Arizona - Settled combined federal and state tax debt for 20% of value.
Tax delinquency reduced from $156,294 to $31,200.
Taxpayer in Ohio - Offer in Compromise
The IRS offered to settle $3.8 million tax debt for $270,000.
Taxpayer in Seattle - Offer in Compromise
The tax liaiblity was settled for $5,000 through an offer in compromise.
Taxpayer in New York - Offer in Compromise
The IRS accepted $50.00 to settle the outstanding tax debt.
Taxpayer in Georgia - Erroneous Tax Assessment
Reduced tax liability from $1.5 million to $140,000
Settled $125,000 Colorado Employment Tax Debt and Trust Fund Recovery Penalty for $25,000.
Tax debt was settled for 20% of outstanding liability.
Education
2007
Loyola Law School
LLM in Taxation, with honors and high distinction
2005
Whittier Coll SOL
Law
2001
Univ of California Riverside
Other - Bachelors
Speaking Engagements
2016
Taiwanese American Professionals - Los Angeles
Basics of Tax Planning
2016
Beverly Hills Bar Association
FACEBOOKKEEPING: When Can Your Blog, Tweet Or Snapchat Violate Ethics Rules?
2015
Beverly Hills Bar Association
Three's A Crowd: Love, Marriage and Taxes
2014
Loyola Law School Class Presentation
Tax Ethics Issues on FBAR Matters
Publications
2016
Lawyerist.com
How Attorneys Can Help Lottery Winners
2015
2015
2015
Lawyerist
How To Deduct Travel Expenses
2015
Lawyerist
Defusing The Student Loan Tax Bomb
2008
Virginia Tax Review
Real Taxation of Virtual Commerce
Languages
Korean
Tagalog
Activity
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