Colorado Tax Law Attorney

Full-Service Support for Tax-Related Matters

Whether you’re a business owner, recent divorcee, or your average everyday taxpayer, attending to tax issues is an inevitable and immensely important task. 

Unfortunately, most folks find the convoluted world of taxation and finance overwhelming, leaving them vulnerable to large tax liabilities they could have otherwise avoided or, in the most injurious situations, landing them in hot water with state and federal tax authorities.

At The Harris Law Firm, we’re proud to offer support and representation in a range of tax matters. From counseling businesses small and large with intricate and evolving tax needs to assisting clients facing tax issues arising from IRS audits, divorce, or estate planning matters, we take a personalized and tactical approach to solving even the most complex tax problems. 

To discuss your case and how our Colorado tax law attorneys can help you, call (303) 622-5502 or contact us online. We serve individuals, business owners, and families across Colorado from offices in Denver, Englewood, Boulder, and Colorado Springs.

Why Choose Our Colorado Tax Attorneys?

Our tax law practice is helmed by Attorney Steve Cizik, a respected trial lawyer and Colorado tax attorney with nearly 20 years of experience in tax and finance law. Backed by Steve’s extensive background in taxation, and the trust he’s cultivated among countless clients and colleagues, we’re able to provide the support individuals and businesses need for all types of tax issues.

Here are some reasons why we’re trusted by so many clients:

• Proven Experience. Attorney Steve Cizik and our team have successfully represented hundreds of businesses and individuals, saving millions of dollars through intelligent tax negotiation, proactive planning, and insightful counsel. 
• A Tactical Approach. Tax cases are complex and consequential matters that can significantly impact your business’ bottom line, your employees, and ultimately your own personal wealth. We employ solutions using a personalized, tactical approach that accounts for specific tax complexities and preserves our clients’ financial health.
• Complex Tax Issues. Clients come to us with tax concerns that exceed the scope of general practitioners and put significant liabilities or penalties on the table. It’s why we’re known for taking on the most complex and high-stakes cases, and why we have a practice that’s unmatched by others.

Comprehensive Tax Services for Businesses and Individuals

Our firm provides an array of tax-related services tailored to meet the needs of businesses and individuals. From business taxation to IRS and state collections, we offer proactive guidance and reactive solutions to address even the most complex taxation issues. Our services include:

• Business Taxation: Our firm provides comprehensive guidance on various business tax matters, including entity structuring, tax planning, compliance, deductions, credits, and incentives. We work closely with businesses of all sizes to optimize their tax positions and minimize liabilities, ensuring they remain compliant with ever-evolving tax laws.
• IRS and State Collections: Dealing with state and federal collections can be daunting. Our firm supports individuals and businesses facing tax collection issues and negotiates with tax authorities for favorable resolutions such as installment agreements, offers in compromise, penalty abatements, and lien releases. 
• Grow and Dispensary Related Tax Matters: The cannabis industry presents unique tax challenges due to its complex regulatory environment. Our firm helps growers and dispensaries navigate the intricate tax landscape through strategic tax planning, compliance services, and representation in IRS audits or disputes.
• Corporate Officer and Successor Entity Representation: Corporate officers and successors have many tax-related responsibilities and liabilities. We offer strategic counsel for tax planning during mergers and acquisitions, resolving complex tax disputes, and ensuring officers and entities understand and fulfill their tax obligations effectively.
• CPA Representation: Our firm works closely with CPAs facing complex and high-stakes tax issues involving fraudulent and frivolous filings, audit challenges, IRS inquiries, and more, ensuring clients receive comprehensive and coordinated tax services.
• Taxation Opinions: In complex tax matters, having a well-informed opinion is crucial for making informed decisions and minimizing tax exposure. Our firm offers experience-driven tax opinions for tax planning strategies, transaction structuring, and compliance issues based on thorough and personalized analysis. 
• Forensic Accounting: In cases of financial disputes, fraud, or suspected misconduct, forensic accounting plays a vital role in uncovering the truth. Our firm offers forensic accounting services to individuals, businesses, and legal professionals involved in litigation or investigations. We conduct detailed financial analyses, uncover discrepancies, and provide expert testimony to support our clients' cases, ensuring they have the necessary evidence and insights to achieve favorable outcomes.

Tax Support for Divorce and Family Law Cases

Divorce and family law matters have a variety of implications, with one of the most significant being taxes. As one of Colorado’s largest family law firms, we offer comprehensive tax support for all types of tax-sensitive issues, including those arising from high net worth divorce, property division, spousal support, and more. 

Our divorce tax services include:

• Divorce Financial Analysis: We conduct thorough financial analyses to assess the tax implications of various settlement options, helping clients make informed decisions that align with their long-term financial goals.
• Expert Witness Testimony: In complex divorce cases involving significant financial assets, our team provides expert witness testimony to support our clients' positions on tax-related matters, ensuring fair and equitable resolutions.
• Tax Optimization Strategies: We develop customized tax optimization strategies to minimize tax liabilities during property division and spousal support negotiations. Our goal is to maximize tax efficiency while achieving favorable outcomes for our clients.
• Ongoing Tax Compliance: After divorce proceedings are finalized, we provide ongoing tax compliance services to ensure clients remain in compliance with tax laws and regulations and have trusted support to address any tax-related issues that arise post-divorce.

Estate Planning with a Focus on Tax Efficiency

Estate planning is not just about distributing assets; it's also about understanding and mitigating the tax implications associated with wealth transfer. At The Harris Law Firm, we recognize that effective estate planning demands the insight of experienced attorneys who understand key tax implications that can impact the distribution of assets, including estate, gift, and income taxes, and generation-skipping transfer taxes. 

With our estate planning team, our Colorado tax lawyers offer support for:

• Customized tax planning strategies that minimize tax exposure and maximize tax efficiency.
• Estate tax analysis to identify potential tax liabilities and explore opportunities for tax savings.
• Optimizing the transfer of assets to minimize gift and estate taxes while ensuring your wishes are carried out.
• Continual monitoring and adjustments to ensure your estate plan adapts to evolving tax laws and regulations. 

Navigating Your Tax Needs Through Life's Transitions

 At The Harris Law Firm, we recognize that tax law is ever evolving, convoluted, and often bewildering, and that individuals and businesses alike can benefit from experienced insight when navigating this terrain. It’s why we’ve built a practice that leverages the experience of a highly respected Colorado tax lawyer and the multi-disciplinary backgrounds of award-winning attorneys. 

If you have tax-related questions, our Colorado tax law attorneys want to help. Give us a call at (303) 622-5502 or contact us online to request a consultation.