Jonathan Thomas Amitrano

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Jonathan Thomas Amitrano

also known as Jonathan T. Amitrano

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Tax Lawyer at Santa Ana, CA
Practice Areas: Tax, Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion, White Collar Crime, Business

3 Hutton Centre Drive, Suite 500, Santa Ana, CA

About Jonathan

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Tax 40%

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Business 20%

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Tax Fraud and Tax Evasion 20%

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White Collar Crime 20%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2012

Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of A. Lavar Taylor

3 Hutton Centre Drive, Suite 500, Santa Ana, CA, 92707

taylorlaw.com

Taylor Nelson Amitrano LLP

1900 Main Street, Suite 650, Irvine, CA, 92614

taylorlaw.com

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Jonathan Thomas Amitrano's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Connie A | August 5, 2014

Jonathan Amitrano at RJS Law

I hired RJS Law to assist me with my tax liability. I had been the victim of a horrible marital situation which resulted in me owing over $360,000 in trust fund liability for past due payroll taxes. My Corporation ended up in bankruptcy, but I still had to deal with the personal exposure. Jonath...an and Ronnie at RJS Law were quick to formulate a plan. They were up front, realistic and direct about what I could expect and, together we decided to attempt an Offer in Compromise. The fight was Long,,,and Tough but, with Jonathan as my advocate, the IRS finally agreed to settle my $360,000 liability for $2,500. I couldn't have been more thrilled! The best thing about RJS Law is their customer service. I was very worried about the entire situation but Jonathan was always there to answer any questions I had. He laid out a clear plan for me to follow and helped me along the way. Jonthan is great with follow-through and always returned my calls. I Highly Recommend hiring RJS Law for any and all tax needs! They are the best of the best! I am SO Thankful for all their efforts in my behalf. Jonathan was very knowledgeable of the tax laws, and was more than just my Attorney - he was my friend. I knew he and RJS Law Firm cared about me, my case and my future.

Posted by Danny | December 4, 2013

Quick to follow up, professional, would recommend to anyone

I have worked with a couple of tax attorneys with the same issue, all of them were chop shop style with no customization. Further, you could never get a hold of anyone. He gets back to me with in a couple of hours at the most, and most importantly solved my issues while making me feel like things are... being handled properly, which they were.

Posted by Nancy | November 11, 2013

Excellence service

Jonathan Amitrano is extremely efficient, trustworthy and kind. He is very knowledgeable and gets the job done. More important was his willingness to give me the time to decide what was best for me,. Simply put; he could not have done a better job!

Posted by Jay | December 14, 2012

Excellent Attorney Who Gets Results

If you are in need of professional tax law services, I highly recommend The Law Office of Ronson J. Shamoun. Realizing I needed professional tax law consultation and services, I had no idea who to turn to for help and advice. I began by asking three attorneys, not associated with Shamoun, for recom...mendations. Two of the three referred me to Shamoun without hesitation. I took their advice and called Shamoun's office. Beginning with the initial office contact through the end to case resolution, I was treated with the utmost of customer care and courtesy from the entire staff. The staff, from receptionist to partners, is knowledgeable, responsive, and dedicated. A special note of appreciation for attorney Jonathan Amitrano, as Jonathan was the team member managing my case. Jonathan understood my tax issue, proposed various alternatives for resolution, and executed. He was astute, thorough, accessible, and responsive. Additionally, Shamoun clearly defined the scope of work and associated fees necessary to bring my case to resolution. There were no unexpected or additional services required. My tax issue was resolved successfully and in a most timely manner.

Posted by SriDevi SriKrishna | October 15, 2012

JONATHAN AMITRANO AND THE LAW OFFCIES OF RONSON SHAMOUN, SAN DIEGO, CA

Jonathan Amitrano is one of the best lawyers I have met during my tax audit process. Jonathan became a real friend to me in communicating very effectively, always reachable and more importantly excelled in preparing and presenting the case to IRS auditor. This process resulted in a win-win for the ...whole audit process and the parties invovled. I would highly recommend Jonathan Amitrano and the Law Offfices of Ron Shamoun for any kind of tax audits. They are the best in the business.

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Jonathan Thomas Amitrano's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brittany Vanveen

Tax lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is extremely knowledgeable in his trade. As a family law attorney, I often need to consult with a tax attorney, and have a reliable referral source for my clients. Everyone I have sent to Jonathan has had excellent results. I highly recommend Jonathan for any and all tax law related matters."

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Michael Jeandron

Tax fraud and tax evasion lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is a top notch tax attorney. His attention to detail and ability to negotiate tax deals is where his clients find big value."

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James Newell

White collar crime lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Paladini

Tax lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronson Shamoun

Tax lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer and highly recommend him. I have worked with him for many years and am always impressed with his skill set. He knows tax law intimately and puts the client's best interest at the core of his arguments. He is a superb negotiator and has a sterling reputation among the courts and clients."

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Samuel Brotman

Tax lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jonathan is my go to person for brainstorming when I have questions regarding complex IRS collection issues or want to run ideas past someone on how to solve a particularly complex matter. He is a passionate advocate on behalf of his clients. I would highly recommend him for any tax matter."

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Lisa Nelson

Tax lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Jonathan closely on many tax matters for a couple of years. He is very professional and efficient. He fights for his clients and works to get workable results. I refer many clients to him as I trust him to get the matter accomplished correctly."

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Patrick Brown

Tax lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Friend

"Jon is a rising star in the legal community. When I needed tax advice, I went straight to Jon and he provided me the answers I was looking for. I anticipate that Jon will eventually rise to the top of the his profession in the field of tax law."

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Gabriel Moorman

Unknown lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Amitrano is an outstanding attorney. I would recommend his services to anyone."

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Venar Ayar

Tax lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan and I worked together as associates at RJS Law in San Diego, CA. He is a very knowledgeable about tax law and is great at thinking outside the box in coming up with creative, novel solutions to the unique challenges of each and every one of the matters he worked on. I highly recommend Mr. Amitrano"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

2015 Top Attorney, Coast Magazine

2013

Emerging Generation: Top 25 in their 20's - Finalist, San Diego Business Journal

2013

Top Young Attorney - Nominee, San Diego Daily Transcript

2011

Carr Ferguson Fellow, University of San Diego College of Law

2010

Corbin Prize, University of Cincinnati College of Law

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Partner, Taylor Nelson Amitrano LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

UCSD Extension

Adjunct Professor

2014 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

2013 - Present

Jewish Communal Professionals of Southern California

2011 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association, Taxation Law Section

Education

2011

University of San Diego College of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws in Taxation

2010

Univ of Cincinnati College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

SUNY Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Sacramento Delegation

Coordination of the BOE and FTB Voluntary Disclosure Programs and the Conflicting Registration Requirements of the Two Programs

2016

Palomar Chapter of Enrolled Agents

Audit Representation and Controversies

2016

Orange County Chapter of CSTC

Tax Representation: From Audits to Collection

2016

North San Diego Chapter of CSTC

How to Represent Your Clients Before the Taxing Agencies

2016

Inland Empire Chapter of CSTC

Tax Audits and Challenging an Assessment Post Audit

2015

The 2015 Annual Income Tax Seminar

Ethics: Ethical Issues in Tax Practice and Procedure

2015

Orange County Chapter Of Enrolled Agents

Audit Red Flags - Know When To Charge And When To Retreat

2015

Bridging The Gap Program

Federal Practice

2014

Southern California Tax Professionals

Appeals, Collections, Offers & Offshore, IRS & FTB Issues

2014

CLE - San Diego Law Library

Keep Out of Trouble and Run an Efficient Business

2013

CSTC North County Speaking Engagement

Audit Red Flags

2013

CSEA San Diego Speaking Engagement

Audit Red Flags and FTB Audit and Collection Issues

2012

CPA Educational Seminar Panlist

IRS Collections, Employment Tax Issues & IRS Criminal Investigations

2012

CLE Panelist

IRS Fresh Start Program

Publications

2015

California Tax Lawyer Equitable Tolling and Title 26

Languages

English

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