Clarke Balcom

Clarke Balcom

also known as Clarke Balcom Law

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 24 years

Tax Lawyer Practice Areas: Tax, Bankruptcy & Debt, Debt Settlement ... +4 more

About Clarke

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Tax 55%

Tax Problem Resolution - Business and Personal, Offer in Compromise, Innocent Spouse Protection. Our clients have given us top marks for the results we have gotten with IRS and State taxes, back tax years, payroll taxes, IRS liens and garnishments.

25 years

55%
Debt Settlement 10%

We have settled thousands of debts. When bankruptcy is not the best option, we have worked to help obtain the best settlement possible. We saved one client over $300,000.

25 years

10%
Business 5%

25 years

5%
Transportation 5%

Work in the interstate transportation industry dealing with federal and state taxes and regulations.

25 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 24 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2001

Pro Bono - Active

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Clarke Balcom's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Tax

Posted by James | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Reimbursement Refund!

We hired Clarke Balcom initially to negotiate an IRS payment plan. In addition to that, we were refunded state funds due to some penalties and interest being waived after Clarke, and staff, drafted the request to have those funds returned to us. We were successful in getting some money back!

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Replied last October 05, 2017

This made us very happy, as well!

Posted by Sharon | September 27, 2011 | Tax

Great Bankruptcy and Tax work

Mr. Balcom and his staff carefully and successfully concluded my bankruptcy. And they went beyond the conclusion to handle a subsequent tax problem. The office staff was always helpful and understanding. I give the Balcom Law firm more than five stars and I would definitely recommend the firm to oth...ers. They were trustworthy, responsive, knowledgeable, and always kept me informed.

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2011 | Tax

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE!

Our experience was of the highest quality w/ regard to our interaction on our legal matters. The entire office staff was always friendly and helpful and the legal advice and handlings were of the highest caliber. Mr. Balcom and his paralegal staff were sensitive to our matters and really felt like ...they had our best interest at hand. As well, the follow up was excellent. Would most definitely recommend if you are in need of legal advice or counsel regarding Personal & Business debt or tax matters!

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Clarke Balcom's Lawyer Endorsements

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Yunus Paisner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Clarke Balcom. He is a leader in our local community as well as the state of Oregon in the areas of bankruptcy, Income tax, and consumer's rights. Clark is a superb attorney who always takes time from his schedule to help those in need of guidance."

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Kelly Brown

Unknown lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tom Butcher

Tax lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Clarke has an excellent knowledge of the nexus of bankruptcy and tax law. He has proven to be an invaluable resource."

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Valerie Kirkendall

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Clarke is an excellent and experienced attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law as well as a caring and passionate advocate for his clients."

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Thomas Ifversen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Clarke is a knowledgable attorney who does outstanding work for his clients. I endorse him."

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Lyndon Ruhnke

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Justin Baxter

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"With an engaging personality and exceptional legal skills, Clarke has the tools necessary to provide high quality, empathetic legal assistance to the individual in financial need."

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Terry Scannell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Clarke on some issues and find him to be very knowledgeable."

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Scott Hutchinson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've know Clarke for many years. Clarke is very knowledgeable in the bankruptcy field and does an excellent job for his clients. I highly recommend his work."

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Rosemary Zook

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Valerie Kirkendall

Elder law lawyer

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Kelly Brown

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Michael O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Scott Hutchinson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John O'Neill

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

Discharge of More Than 2.5 Million in High Income Chapter 7

Filed and successfully obtained discharge of Chapter 7 no asset case.

Large Medical Debt Settled for Pennies on the Dollar

We were able to settle this debt for less than ten percent of the total owed and get the lawsuit dismissed.

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Education

2001

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor Section

Issues and Strategies in Collection of Judgments

2009

Oregon State Bar

Real Estate and Land Use: Looking Forward to New Opportunities

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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