Strategic Defense Against Complex Tax Allegations
When federal or state authorities target individuals and businesses with tax fraud allegations, the consequences extend far beyond financial penalties—they threaten liberty, reputation, and professional standing. At Treanor Devlin Brown, we bring sophisticated defense strategies to these high-stakes matters.
Our tax fraud defense practice encompasses:
- Criminal Tax Evasion Charges: Defending clients against allegations of willful nonpayment or underpayment of taxes
- False Tax Filing Claims: Contesting assertions of willful misrepresentation on tax returns
- Unreported Income Investigations: Addressing complex matters involving allegedly undisclosed income streams, including international holdings and cryptocurrency transactions
- Employment Tax Violations: Defending against accusations of payroll tax fraud and trust fund recovery penalties
- Tax Shelter and Structuring Cases: Navigating intricate challenges to tax planning strategies questioned by authorities
A Multi-Disciplinary Approach
We recognize that effective tax fraud defense requires more than legal expertise—it demands financial fluency and investigative precision. Our approach integrates:
- Forensic Accounting Partnerships: We collaborate with elite forensic accountants to dissect complex financial structures and transactions
- Tax Technical Experts: We engage specialized tax professionals – including specialized tax counsel – to challenge the government’s interpretations of tax law
- Strategic IRS Negotiation: We leverage our understanding of IRS Criminal Investigation Division protocols to seek favorable pre-charge resolutions where possible
- Grand Jury Defense: We provide comprehensive representation during grand jury investigations, protecting clients against self-incrimination and procedural overreach
- Trial-Ready Advocacy: When necessary, we bring our extensive federal trial experience to bear, presenting compelling defenses that humanize our clients and contextualize their actions
Our founding partners’ background as former federal prosecutors gives us unique insight into how tax fraud cases are built—and how they can be effectively dismantled. Whether facing an initial audit, responding to a subpoena, or defending against criminal charges, Treanor Devlin Brown provides the sophisticated counsel required to navigate these perilous waters and achieve the best possible outcome.