IRS and Tax Problems We Help Utah Clients Resolve
Back taxes. Unfiled returns. IRS enforcement. If any of that describes where you are, here’s what an IRS attorney can do about it.
Is This Your Situation?
Not everyone who contacts our Utah IRS attorney office is dealing with the same issue, but most clients share at least one of these circumstances when they reach out:
- You owe the IRS more than you can realistically pay.
- You haven’t filed taxes in one year—or several.
- Your wages are being garnished, or you’ve received a garnishment notice.
- Your bank account has been frozen or levied.
- The IRS has assigned a revenue officer to your case.
- You’re a business owner falling behind on payroll or sales taxes.
- You have a tax debt of $10,000 or more, and enforcement has started or feels close.
The Law Offices of Jordan F. Wilcox can help.
What Changes When You Have Representation
The IRS is a creditor with collection powers that most other creditors don’t have. They can garnish wages, seize bank accounts, file liens, and, in serious cases, pursue criminal referrals.
Hiring an IRS lawyer changes the dynamic:
- IRS contact goes through your attorney, not you. No more calls or letters directly from the IRS.
- Enforcement can often be paused while a resolution is negotiated. Active collection doesn’t have to continue while your case is being worked on.
- You get a structured path forward, including installment agreements, offers in compromise, or penalty abatement.
IRS and Tax Problems We Handle
We find resolution for serious tax problems.
Owing the IRS Money
When you owe more than you can pay, the IRS has tools to collect—and they'll use them. The sooner you understand your options, the more of them you have.
Unfiled or Non-Compliant Tax Situations
Unfiled returns don't make the problem go away. They give the IRS permission to file on your behalf, often at the worst possible numbers. Getting compliant is the first step toward any resolution.
Immediate IRS Enforcement
If the IRS has already moved to collect, every day matters. Garnishments, levies, and revenue officer assignments don't pause while you figure out your next move.
Business Owner Tax Problems
Utah business owners face a different level of IRS exposure than individuals. Payroll taxes, sales taxes, and trust fund penalties can follow you personally, even after a business closes.
IRS Disputes and Processes
Not every tax problem starts with a debt. If the IRS is questioning your returns or auditing your records, having an attorney handle the process keeps a manageable problem from becoming a bigger one.
Let’s Talk Through Your Situation
Jordan F. Wilcox works with individuals and business owners throughout Utah who are facing serious IRS and tax issues. Knowing something is wrong and it’s not going away—that’s enough to start with. Contact us to schedule a consultation to talk through where you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can’t pay my taxes?
Not being able to pay is not the same as having no options. There are several resolution paths for people who can’t pay what they owe: installment agreements, currently not collectible status, offers in compromise, and penalty abatement, among others. Which path makes sense depends on your income, assets, and the type and amount of tax owed. A consultation is the right place to figure that out.
When do IRS problems justify a tax attorney?
When the IRS moves beyond letters (like garnishments, levies, or revenue officer assignments), a CPA can’t do what an attorney can. Even before enforcement starts, if you owe more than you can pay or have unfiled returns, an attorney is usually the better starting point.
At what point should I stop dealing with the IRS myself?
Most people should stop dealing with the IRS on their own earlier than they do. If you’ve received more than one notice, if you’re being asked to come in for an interview, if a revenue officer has made contact, or if you simply don’t know how to respond to what you’ve received, those are all signals that self-representation is likely costing you. The IRS is trained to collect. Having an attorney who truly understands the process changes what outcomes are available.
Are there tax problems you don’t take?
We focus on IRS and tax authority issues: enforcement, compliance, audits, and debt resolution. Our firm includes tax attorneys and dedicated staff for tax prep and compliance, focusing on complex situations, such as unfiled returns, back taxes, audits, and payroll/sales tax issues. If you’re not sure if your situation falls outside what we do, we can tell you clearly whether we can help.
Is there a minimum tax debt you work with?
The cases we take involve tax debts of $10,000 or more, and often significantly higher. Below that threshold, lower-cost resolution options may be a better fit. If you’re not sure whether your situation warrants legal representation, a consultation will help clarify that.
Do you handle state-only tax problems?
Yes—while much of our work involves the IRS, we also work with clients on Utah state tax issues, including sales tax matters and state income tax disputes. If you’re not sure whether your problem is federal, state, or both, that's something we can help you sort out.