Evaluating relief from IRS penalties
A penalty can reflect late filing, late payment or another reporting issue. Relief depends on the particular penalty and the applicable basis, rather than a general request to erase the balance. Underlying tax and interest need separate review.
McCarthy Tax Law assists with irs penalty abatement and evaluates the relevant notices, factual record and procedural options. The appropriate response depends on your circumstances, not simply where you live in Florida.
Explore IRS Penalty AbatementWhat to preserve before discussing your matter
Identify each penalty and tax year on the notice. Prepare a timeline of the circumstances and preserve records supporting any explanation for why an obligation was missed.
Use the website only to describe the general issue and any stated deadline. Do not send tax returns, Social Security numbers, financial records or other sensitive information through the form.
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The firm handles IRS examinations, collection disputes, Tax Court matters, criminal tax investigations and offshore reporting concerns. No settlement, penalty reduction or case result is guaranteed.
Representation informed by IRS experience
Bernie’s career includes IRS Revenue Agent, Appeals Officer and Trial Attorney roles, followed by experience as a KPMG Director and a partner at Shutts & Bowen LLP. His federal controversy practice serves taxpayers, businesses, trusts and exempt organizations.
About Bernie McCarthy
Serving St. Petersburg from Melbourne Beach
The firm has one Melbourne Beach mailing address: 3830 S Hwy A1A, PMB 4-175, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951. It is not a walk-in office. Bernie meets clients at their locations; contact the firm to discuss arrangements. Hours are Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.