Defense, designed to win.
A structured response system. Triage in. Resolution out.
- NoticesCP, LT, and examination letter triage and response.
- IRS and State Tax AuditsField, office, and correspondence representation.
- Tax Collections and Enforcement DefenseLevies, liens, and installment resolution.
- Penalty Abatement and Interest ReductionReasonable cause and remediation.
- IRS Appeals and Administrative ResolutionsProtest drafting through Office of Appeals resolution.
- Tax Court Readiness & Litigation SupportPre-trial posture and counsel coordination.
From notice to resolution.
- IRS · State · Local
- Triage within 24h
- Examination
- Office of Appeals
- Closing agreement
- Closure or appeals path
What happens between intake and strategy.
The first day sets the leverage of every conversation that follows. We move with structure.
- Triage
- POA filed
- We become the contact
- Framework set
- Counsel coordination if needed
- Position drafted
- Lane and risk bracket selected
Six controversy capabilities.
Federal · state · sales tax
Office of Appeals strategy
Reasonable cause · first-time abate
Streamlined & standard programs
Liens · levies · installment relief
Nexus · sourcing · apportionment
A repeatable defense sequence.
Notice intake
Triage within 24h. Framework set.
Evidence build
Document review. Position memo drafted.
Negotiation
Direct counsel with examiner or appeals.
Resolution
Closure agreement, abatement, or appeals path.
Posture, in numbers.
How to avoid tax controversy.
The best controversy defense is the one you never have to mount. Three disciplines keep clients off the IRS radar — and ready if it ever turns their way.
Expert tax planning
The best way to avoid tax controversies is to plan ahead. Strategic tax planning helps you stay compliant while minimizing risks. Neil Jesani Advisors' tax advisory team specializes in identifying potential issues before they arise and creating customized plans tailored to your unique financial situation. Proactive planning reduces the risk of getting an audit and prevents costly disputes.
Accurate and compliant tax filings
Errors and omissions on tax returns often lead to IRS scrutiny. Working with Neil Jesani's experienced CPAs and tax attorneys ensures your tax filings are thorough, accurate, and compliant with all federal and state regulations. Our attention to detail and expertise help avoid red flags that could invite audits or penalties.
Have a trusted tax controversy team ready
Even with careful planning, tax controversies can happen. Having a dedicated controversy team like Neil Jesani Advisors means you have expert representation immediately if issues arise. Our in-house tax attorneys, enrolled agents, and CPAs provide a swift and effective defense, minimizing financial impact and resolving disputes efficiently.
Controversy & defense, answered.
What clients ask most often when an IRS or state notice arrives — and what we do about it.
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We represent high-net-worth individuals and business clients with at least $250,000 in dispute with the IRS or other taxing authorities. Please call/email for immediate help, otherwise schedule a consultation.