Ladonna Trapp Kienitz

Ladonna Trapp Kienitz

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 26 years

Tax Lawyer at Tustin, CA
Practice Areas: Tax

17581 Irvine Blvd Ste 111, Tustin, CA

About Ladonna

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Tax 100%

Tax controversies and tax disputes. With Internal Revenue Service, California Franchise Tax Board, California Board of Equalization, California Employment Development Department. Representation in the United States Tax Court

21 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 26 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

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Location

The Law Offices of LaDonna T. Kienitz

17581 Irvine Blvd Ste 111, Tustin, CA, 92780

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Ladonna Trapp Kienitz's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joan | July 24, 2015 | Tax

Smart, professional and with a heart

How often do you find that combination?After a lifetime of hard work and planning, my husband and I found ourselves in debt to the taxing agencies in staggering amounts. We had no idea what to do. A friend recommended Ladonna Kienitz. We met her and were reassured that we were in professional hand...s but not only that, here was someone who cared. She wanted to achieve a good outcome for us. And she did. A combination of good communication skills and firm knowledge of tax law and process led to complete success. During the whole time, Ladonna was available, helpful and reassuring. My husband and I are once again in good standing with the taxing agencies and can get on with our future. Thanks, Ladonna for your expertise and help.

Posted by Anabelle A. | July 18, 2015 | Tax

IRS Tax Resolution

I was referred to LaDonna by the Legal Aid as my case too complicated for their workload. I met with her discussed my case which had been going on for almost a decade with no end in sight and she advised me on how it could be solved. She submitted all the paperwork to the IRS on my behalf and kept me... informed of any new development in my case. We eventually got my offer in compromise approved and now my case is closed. I could have not done it without LaDonna's help and expertise in this area of law. I am finally able to sleep knowing I got a fresh start.

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2015 | Tax

Exceptional!

Ladonna Kienitz was recommended to me as the best in her field, and I quickly concurred with that estimation of both her and her work. Ms Kienitz was thorough and superb in her legal work, and she was kind and encouraging to me. She thoroughly explained several legal routes that were open to me, e...xplaining the possibilities and ramifications of each. She achieved for me a fair and nearly impossible outcome in my situation with the IRS and with the CA tax board.

Posted by Jacque and Scott | April 05, 2015 | Tax

Hands On Tax Attorney - 100% Professional

We found Ladonna through an online referral service recommended by our CPA. From the time of our consultation to the conclusion of our tax case, she was 100% professional and hands on in every aspect. She informed us from the start there would be periods of waiting on IRS decisions followed with "get... it done, now" submission of documents (lots and lots of documents). Ladonna always confirmed our after hour delivery of documents to her office and she, not an assistant, managed the entire case. Equally, she is aware tax problems can be stressful so her calm nature and knowledge of current IRS laws eased our anxiety. We told our CPA about our experience with her and he’s given her contact information to other clients of his. In the end, our OIC was accepted and Ladonna sent us a refund from over payment of billable hours!

Posted by dan | March 05, 2015 | Tax

Great service

I contacted Ladonna from a referral I received from a case worker at the LB VA medical center. My cases dealt with prior years federal income taxes I owed to the IRS. Based on my current income there was no way possible I could pay off the tax amount. Ladonna went to work for me and prepared and f...ile an OIC with the IRS which was accepted by the IRS. I was sure the IRS would say however Ladonna was always positive and well inform with the IRS process. Now, I am debt free to the IRS.

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Deborah Ahdoot

Tax lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. I have known her for over 5 years. LaDonna works hard for her clients and is well respected in the legal community. She is professional, amicable, and knowledgeable."

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George Willis

Tax lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Ms. Kienitz on various tax matters for over 10 years. She is competent, timely and professional. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2005

Listed in annual publication, Who's Who In American Law

1990

Listed annaully, Wh's Who in Ameria

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Fowler School of Law at Chapman University

2004 - Present

Tax Attorney, Law Offices of LaDonna T. Kienitz

1986 - 2002

Community Services Director/City Librarian, City of Newport Beach, California

Associations

2006 - Present

Women in Leadership

Board Member

2005 - Present

William P. Gray Legion Lex Inn of Court

Member

2009 - 2012

Chapman University - School of Law

Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor Tax Law Clinic (full time)

1994 - 1995

American Library Association

President, Public Library Association

Sample of Legal Cases

IRS Offer in Compromise

Total tax liabilities $98,000. Total payments made $4200.

K. ... v. Commissioner

DEcision - Balance due of $769

E... v. Commissioner.

No liability; and refund of $4550 to client

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Education

1970

Dominican University

MLS

N/A

University of San Diego

LL.M - Master of Laws

N/A

Western State University

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Northwestern University, Kellogg Graduate School of Management

Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2015

Fowler School of Law

Submitting sucessful Offers in Compromise to the IrS

2015

Class lecture

Reresenting clients before the IrS

2014

Fowler School of Law Chapman University

Tax litigation

Publications

2014

Languages

English

Activity

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