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Experienced attorney with a primary focus on federal and state tax controversy and litigation. Represents individuals and business clients, which include small businesses, corporations, charitable organizations, estates, and trusts in all phases of civil tax controversy, collection action, settlement, compliance, tax litigation, audit representation, foreign tax issues, and tax return preparation.
Audit Representation: Defends clients before Internal Revenue Service, Franchise Tax Board, Employment Development Department, and State Board of Equalization audit examinations with minimal tax and penalty exposure.
Settlements and Installment Agreements: Success rate of approximately 90% in tax settlement negotiations over the past 7 years.
Tax Planning: Counsels business and individual clients of the tax consequences of a transaction and develop strategies to achieve desired results with minimal tax consequences and audit exposure.
Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Administration: Drafts comprehensive estate plans for individual clients, represent clients at evidentiary hearings in probate matters, and assist in trust administration.
Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Leads negotiations, assists in financial and general due diligence, structures transactions, and drafts a broad variety of agreements, including buy/sell of business, real estate lease, employment, vendor, and corporate governance.
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333 W Santa Clara Street, Suite 805, San Jose, CA, 95113
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Posted by Chijeh | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Chijeh Hu, Esq.
I'm an attorney who had the opportunity to work with Cindy on a tax case for my clients who were previously represented by two different CPA’s. Cindy is capable of handling some of the more complicated tax issues and is able to deliver excellent results. Her competency has also won her respects fro...
"I worked on a number of cases across from Ms. Ho when I worked for the government. She always provided her clients with high quality professional service. I highly recommend her services as a tax attorney."
"I have known Cindy for many years. She is an expert in tax law. She sincerely cares about her clients and delivers excellent results. I never hesitate to refer clients to Cindy."
"I have worked with Cindy professionally and personally for many years. Cindy is not only an expert in Tax Law, she is also a highly professional colleague and reliable resource. I have referred her to my clients and friends who have expressed how well she has treated them as clients. I highly recommend Cindy for all you tax law needs."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Cindy. I have worked with her on numerous tax and business related issues, and have been impressed with her vast knowledge and even more importantly, her focus on client satisfaction. I recommend hiring her if you have a tax or business issue."
"One of our business referral sources is a large accounting firm. They refer to Cindy as "the brain surgeon" and refer her the toughest tax controversy cases. Her nick-name is well deserved and she has earned it by continually striving to be the best and working with thousands of individuals and business to resolve their tax problems. In my 15 years of practice, I've not met a tax attorney who is more qualified, genuinely cares for her clients, and delivers the highest quality legal representation than Cindy."
"Cindy is amazing. She is the foremost expert on tax matters. During her many years of experience, she has obtained unbelievable results for clients--severely reducing and, at times, eliminating tax debts owed by clients. She is well-knowledgeable, but explains issues in an easy-to-understand fashion. I am proud to work with her."
"I had the good fortune of working with Cindy in my first associate position. Cindy works incredibly hard for her clients and is creative in coming up with solutions for her clients. Due to her expertise, responsiveness to clients, and diligence on behalf of clients I endorse Cindy without hesitation."
"I have known Cindy since law school, and had opportunity to consult with her on complex tax issues over the years. Cindy's expert knowledge in her field is evident, and her recommendations have always served my clients well. I refer clients to Cindy without hesitation."
"Cindy is an intelligent, thorough and responsive attorney. Cindy really knows her stuff when it comes to tax law. As a family law attorney, I turn to Cindy whenever I have difficult tax questions, and she always has good, thoughtful answers for me. Cindy works very hard for her clients and they are lucky to have her as their attorney. I endorse Cindy without reservation."
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2025
2025 Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2024
2024 Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
2023 Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
2023 Outstanding Volunteers and Crystal Award, Justice and Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco
2022
2022 Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2015
2015 Top Attorney, Pasadena Magazine
2003
Award of Excellence in Corporate Taxation, CALI
2017 - Present
Founder and Managing Counsel, Cindy Ho Law
2026 - 2026
Adjunct Professor, University Of San Francisco School of Law
2013 - 2017
Managing Counsel and Shareholder, Jaurigue Law Group
2005 - 2013
Senior Attorney, Law Office of Robert Goldstein
2004 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Paul Hanley & Harley, LLP
2024 - Present
Girls Fly!Legal Advisor
2024 - Present
California Lawyers AssociationTax Section - Executive Committee Member
2014 - Present
Tax Court Petitioner Assistance ClinicVolunteer Attorney
2024 - 2025
CLA's Women in TaxCo-Chair
2019 - 2023
CLA's Women in TaxChair of Programs and Member
2014 - 2016
Filipino Bar Association of Northern CaliforniaVolunteer Attorney
2013 - 2013
Asian American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Northern CaliforniaVolunteer Attorney
2004 - 2008
San Francisco Area Women Tax LawyersVice President of Membership
Settled for relief of income taxes owed under the theory of innocent spouse and prevented seizure of real property.
Settled for full abatement of payroll taxes and partial refund of seized funds.
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Undergraduate
2022
Navigating FBAR & U.S. Tax Reporting Obligations
2022
2020
Navigating FBAR and U.S. Tax Reporting Obligations
2020
Tips and Practices for Fighting the IRS, FTB, EDD, and CDTFA in an Audit
2018
Tips and Practices for Fighting the IRS, FTB, EDD, and CDTFA in an Audit
2018
Tips and Practices for Fighting the IRS, FTB, EDD, and CDTFA in an Audit
2017
Taking Title to Real Property: Legal and Tax Consequences
2015
Top Tips and Best Practices for Nurses to Avoid Malpractice Claims and Criminal Liability
2015
Taxes in Bankruptcy
2014
Tax Collection Basics
2013
2010
Tax Implications of Cancellation of Debt
2019
2019
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