Defense Tax Group
check_circleverifiedFounded in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, California, Defense Tax Group is a tax relief advocate firm that utilizes lawyers and attorneys to help clients with tax issues. Clients can come to the company for help ending wage garnishments, averting asset seizures, removing bank levies, and more. Defense Tax Group does not appear to be a member of the National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP), though it is a memeber of the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS).
The Good
- Tax Services
- Three-Step Process
- Educational Blog
- Many Services
- Professional Memberships
- Professional Team
- Defense Tax Group Cost
- No Minimum Debt Requirement
Tax Services
Defense Tax Group uses a team of tax attorneys to help clients resolve tax problems and settle tax debt for less than what is originally owed. Clients can come to the company for help removing tax liens, preventing wage garnishments, stopping bank levies, averting property seizure, settling payroll and sales tax debts, reducing and removing interest charges, etc. For clients that need representation for a tax issue but can't afford it, Defense Tax Group provides financing for tax debt attorney retainers. Every client automatically qualifies for financing.
Three-Step Process
The company works with a three-step process to achieve tax relief for clients. First, clients request a free consultation. A consultant will contact the client back and go over the tax problem. An IRS tax attorney will then customize a tax debt solution plan to most efficiently solve the client's tax issue.
Educational Blog
Those who want to learn more about issues in the tax industry can take advantage of the information on Defense Tax Group's blog.
Many Services
The tax experts at Defense Tax Group are trained to tackle almost any tax issue you might have. Becuase the tax solution depends greatly on the individual tax issue that each customer will have, much depends on the ability of the IRS tax attorneys employed at the company. Reviews indicate that the experts at Defense Tax Group are skilled and able to provide a wide array of tax services, including:
- Tax Debt Settlement
- Removal of Interest Charges/Penalties
- Removal of Tax Liens
- Wage Garnishment Prevention
- Bank Levy Prevention
- Property Seizure Prevention
- Settlement of Payroll and Sales Tax Debts
The company website also clarifies that its team can help with installment agreements, not currently collectible status, offer in compromise agreements, partial payment installment agreements, bankruptcy help, and innocent spouse relief to name a few. Customers will likely find multiple avenues for tax relief at Defense Tax Group.
Professional Memberships
Defense Tax Group is a member of the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS) and employs enrolled agents who are certified by the National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA), and trained tax attorneys with law degrees. However, the company does not clarify whether it is accredited by the National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP).
Professional Team
Defense Tax Group employs a highly trained team of IRS tax attorneys, CPAs, enrolled agents (EAs), and federal tax lawyers. Experts such as these are familiar with both state and federal tax laws, can negotiate with the IRS, and can help you eliminate interest charges and penalties.
Defense Tax Group Cost
Defense Tax Group's resolution fees start at $750 and go up from there. Investigation costs between $0 and $500 alone depending on whether you're dealing with state, IRS, or business tax. Don't be surprised if your bills come out to around $1,250 or above (between investigation fees and resolution fees). The company offers free consultations in order to establish more accurate pricing information.
No Minimum Debt Requirement
The company does not have a minimum debt requirement, meaning that those with lower debt amounts have the chance to work with Defense Tax Group. The company has also stated that it does do pro bono cases and is willing to help those who are struggling financially.
To see if you are eligible for Defense Tax Group's services, you can also submit your case anonymously. This is a nice feature because potential clients do not have to provide all of their personal information or schedule an appointment with Defense Tax Group without knowing whether or not they will qualify for services.
The Bad
- Limited Online Cost Information
Limited Online Cost Information
Defense Tax Group does not offer cost information on its website. There is also not an online quote system. This can be frustrating for potential clients, and it would be nice to see an average pricing for its tax relief services. Those who are interested in Defense Tax Group's services should take advantage of the free consultation to learn specific information about the process and costs for their situation.
The Bottom Line
Defense Tax Group utilizes tax attorneys and federal lawyers to help clients resolve tax debt problems. Clients can enjoy a free consultation, and resolution plans are customized to each client's unique tax situation. The company does not disclose a minimum debt requirement on its website, but interested individuals may contact the company for more information.
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Defense Tax Group Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Defense Tax Group?
Defense Tax Group is a full service tax relief firm that assists individuals, businesses, and families from the disastrous effects of owing the IRS and/or state. We consist of attorneys, CPAs, enrolled agents, tax preparers, and case managers with over 100 years combined experience in fighting for your financial freedom.
We specialize in resolving tax debt, stopping and preventing wage garnishments, removing bank levies, and avoiding property seizures. Defense Tax Group has helped thousands of people and businesses save hundreds of millions of dollars. We will fight to protect your financial stability and help you enjoy life without the stress of owing the IRS and/or state.
What tax problems does Defense Tax Group help with?
The most crucial factor in obtaining the best results with your tax issue is the ability to hire an experienced and successful tax attorney. Defense Tax Group has the expertise you need to successfully solve your tax issue and allow you to enjoy life free of tax debt. Defense Tax Group specializes in matters including, but not limited to:
- Settling your tax debt for a fraction owed
- Stopping or preventing wage garnishments
- Removing tax liens filed by the IRS or state
- Eliminating penalties and interest charges
- Eliminating or preventing bank levies
- Eliminating or preventing property seizures
- Settling payroll issues
- Settling sales tax debts
- Tax return preparation
- Audit representation
What are my tax relief options?
Installment Agreement
The Installment Agreement program is where the IRS or State will take monthly payments to pay down your tax bill. The biggest struggle with the Installment Agreement is the IRS or State will typically try and force you into a payment schedule that will become a burden. Our expertise in negotiating the lowest possible amount to pay the IRS or State shines when setting up an Installment Agreement
Offer in Compromise
Offer in Compromise (OIC) is one of the most sought out and difficult program for taxpayers to obtain. An Offer in Compromise (OIC) is where the IRS or State agree to settle your tax liabilities for less than the full amount owed. Though this is a very difficult program to be successful in, we have saved our clients millions using the Offer in Compromise program.
Currently Not Collectible
In some instances that even though you agree with the debt you owe to the IRS or State, but due to your current situation you cannot afford to make any payments on the debt owed. We can set you up in a Non-collectible status called CNC. Once in CNC the IRS or State will cease any collection activities.
Penalty Abatement
Applying for an IRS Penalty Abatement there are many factors and circumstances that come to play when you want to be relieved of debts and penalties placed on you by the IRS or State. The most important factor to achieving a successful Penalty Abatement is knowing how to communicate with the IRS. With over 100 years of combined experience our attorneys can communicate with the IRS or State.
Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED)
Statute of Limitations On Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED) IRS CSED. One of the many unknown laws associated with IRS collection practices is there is a statute of limitation on how long they can collect. Though there is a gray area it is typically 10 years from the debt occurred. That said if a tax payer has not filed or there were negotiations involved during those 10 years there can be additional years added to the collectability of the IRS tax debt.
Innocent Spouse
When a tax issue occurs and the one of the partners was unaware of the tax debt or was not in charge of the financials there is a program called Innocent Spouse Tax Relief where as a couple that has filed joint taxes only one of the two may be required to pay the balance owed to the IRS.
Amending Tax Returns
For some individuals back tax issues the best solution is amending their state or federal tax returns. Though many individuals are certified to do tax returns, unfortunately many are not qualified or experienced and miss allowable deductions or worse claim deductions which should not have been claimed. Here at Defense Tax Group we do over one thousands tax returns a year, and have extensive knowledge on getting you the most back on your returns as well as being able to fix past returns that may have been filed in the past.
How much does Defense Tax Group charge?
Pricing varies on each individual's particular case. We offer a free consultation and will initiate a tax case with a down payment and set up a payment arrangement. We treat each person as a full-paid client. The typical fees range from $300 to $3,900 depending on the work required to resolve your tax issues.
What kind of tax professionals does Defense Tax Group employ?
We employ the following tax professionals:
- Attorneys
- CPA
- Enrolled agents
- Certified tax preparers
- Settlement officers
User Reviews
Star Rating
85 Reviews
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We owed over $60,000 and after Defense Tax helped us we only owed $3,500. We would recommend them.
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Nov 26, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, it was a pleasure to assist you both.
Very happy I called Defense Tax . Saved me time and money. I would Highly recommend them .
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Nov 26, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, it was a pleasure to assist you.
So stressed owing taxes, and called Defense Tax. They were great and took care of me. They have helped me and both my parents .
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Dec 03, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to respond. It was a pleasure to help you .
Great experience from start to finish! They were very understanding of my situation and worked diligently to get it resolved. Knowledgeable and transparent - I knew exactly what to expect from the process which helped put me at ease. Extremely positive end result.
Diligent and very responsive. Made a difficult situation smoother and easier.
The Defense Tax Group is a complete game changer. They really know what they're doing. And they'll keep you out of trouble.
The absolute best company. Marvelous people and results .
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Dec 03, 2019
Thank you Rod, we are glad we could help.
I had 7 years of taxes that stacked up. My nightmare is now over thank you Chris. You and you’re company we’re truly amazing. I can’t tell you how great my experience was I even got a refund. And You educated me as well and I’m sincerely grateful. Rage. S
Over 5 years of work done in 2 days . Very professional and caring. I would recommend them to anyone .
Hired Defense Tax to help me with my back tax issues. They are great and honest. I have Been so happy and saved a lot.
Great company!!! Very easy to work with!
These guys were fantastic. Saved me a small fortune!
At first I was scared because I seen a advertisement on the internet. But this was the best choice I made. They seem like family. Always keeping you up with the latest update. I Love These Guys. If I need them I will definitely call again
Normally never do a review , but they saved me over 90, 000 bucks . I still shaking my head on the service and commitment to me as a client , it was the best .
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Nov 14, 2019
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to make a review. We appreciate you putting your trust in us.
Hired for defense tax and the expertise and professionalism was second to none. Absolutely great and proficient!
I thought I was screwed as my business is not quite profitable yet. They stepped in, looked over everything and now I can continue to keep my doors open.
Hired defense tax to help with my back taxes. I worked with sarah and she was helpful and kind . This is a great company.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Nov 13, 2019
Thank you for your review, we appreciate the time you took to make the review. It was a pleasure being of service.
Defense is the best company I have ever worked with. They saved me over $40,000 on my back taxes. I also use them to file all my returns over the past 3 years .
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Nov 14, 2019
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to make a review. We appreciate you putting your trust in us.
Great company awesome people . They were very helpful
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Nov 13, 2019
Thank you for your review, we appreciate the time you took to make the review. It was a pleasure being of service.
Look no further! I hired them to help me with my back taxes. Defense tax really took the time to listen to me and come up with a personalized solution to my problem. They saved me a lot of money, and I’d recommend them to anyone look for any kind of tax help.
Defense Tax Group did an incredible job on working with the IRS on past due taxes. They helped tremendously working with the IRS on the tax lien on my house that sold as a short sale & setting up a payment plan on the remainder owed. Thank you again for all of your help...
It was good. Tax defense helped me settle for a lower amount that I owed ...
The Defense Tax Group team was very friendly and willing to help me out anyway that they could. They were very professional and made me feel heard at every point of the process. I loved working with them and would recommend them to anyone.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Nov 13, 2019
Thank you for your review, we appreciate the time you took to make the review. It was a pleasure being of service.
Everyone I worked with at Defense Tax was kind and understanding of my situation. They saved me a lot of money, time, and stress. I couldn’t be happier with their service and the outcome.
A great company to work with . Everyone there was helpful and understanding. Thank you Defense Tax !
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Nov 04, 2019
Thank you Steve for taking the time to make a review. We appreciate it.
I was grateful to find the right Defense tax group to resolve my tex problem. I am own tax ove $100,000.000. now defense tax group help me take care off.
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Honest company they will work hard on your behalf and do there best
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Was losing sleep and worried for years. I took the time to find a good company and found a great one. Defense helped me fix all of my back tax issues.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 22, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to make a review. We enjoyed being able to assist you.
A great place to fix your taxes. I used them to file past due returns and work without the IRS on past due monies owed. They really helped me.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 22, 2019
Thank you very much for taking the time to make a review. We appreciate being able to assist you.
Their customer support team is very poor in communication. On various occasions, they just put me on hold and forgot.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 15, 2019
Mr Wade, we are sorry to hear about your experience. Unfortunately , we do not have any record of a James Wade ever working with Defense Tax Group. Are you sure you have the right company? Can you please contact our office to discuss? Thank you, Defense Tax Group 310-746-4735
Hired them last year and they were really helpful. A great company with great communication.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 15, 2019
Thank you, was a pleasure helping you.
The experience with Defense was literally life changing for me from more than a financial aspect. They gave me my life back. Thank you Defense.
I have worked with Defense Tax Group on two occasions now. Before working with them, The I.R.S. had me very frustrated and confused with absolutely no idea how to work my way through the situation I was in. When Defense Tax Group stepped in to help, they were able to completely relieve the frustration and anxiety caused by the situation. On both occasions, they were quick to handle my case, and were successful with the goals we had set. The staff is great, very friendly and understanding. 10 out of 5 stars, I'd highly recommend them. Thank you Defense Tax Group!
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 03, 2019
Thank you for your review. We are glad we were able to help you. Thanks again for putting your trust in Defense Tax Group.
The professionals at Defense Tax Group were beyond helpful. I was guided through the process and given invaluable information that assisted me in settling with the FTB. I would definitely recommend Defense Tax Group for all of your tax settlement needs.
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Oct 15, 2019
Thank you Rob, we appreciate your trust in Defense Tax Group as well as you taking the time to make a review.
A perfect place to go if you are looking for professional help with a personal touch. I was taken care of from the time I hired until even after the job was done they were there to answer all my questions.
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Oct 03, 2019
It was a pleasure assisting you Mr Will. Thanks for putting your trust in Defense Tax Group
Defense Tax Group in July after getting a letter from the IRS, They worked fast and showed compassion that made the daunting process easy and painless. They did 6 years of tax returns for me and ended up saving me over $14,000 dollars. What a relief and a complete 100% satisfied with Defense tax Group.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 03, 2019
Thank you Walter, you were a pleasure to work with. Thanks for the kind words.
I hired this firm and it was the best decision I have made. Of course I was very skeptical at first but my case manager Sarah was able to guide me through this with clarity and respect. She eased my fears and showed me kindness and respect. I am amazed how knowledgeable everyone I dealt with at Defense was. I was called immediately when I had them and was updated all along the way of my process. They really helped me and I no longer have any issue with the IRS.
The most amazing service and people I have ever worked with. I owed $77,000 and had 5 returns that needed to be filed. After doing my returns Defense Tax Group negotiated a settlement with the IRS saving me over 95% of what I originally owed. Chris was so helpful made the entire process painless.
A great company with great service. Everyone is kind and helpful . They saved me money and time .
The most amazing service and people I have ever worked with. I owed $77,000 and had 5 returns that needed to be filed. After doing my returns Defense Tax Group negotiated a settlement with the IRS saving me over 95% of what I originally owed. Chris was so helpful made the entire process painless.
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Nov 04, 2019
Thank you Steve for your review, we appreciate yo taking time at of your day. It was a pleasure to assist you. Defense Tax
The people at defense tax took my case and represented me until an acceptable offer in compromise was accepted by the IRS!! Thanks to all of the professional representatives, accountants and lawyers my case has been settled satisfactorily!!
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 15, 2019
Thank youMr DeClue, we appreciate your trust in Defense Tax Group as well as you taking the time to make a review.
This Company was an answer to my prayers. I had been to stressed out with IRS for years. I found this company. I am now so at ease. Defense Tax has shown nothing but Professionalism. When I needed questions answered Karen and Wendy were the best. Im finally sleeping @ night with peace. I have nothing but the BEST from them. I advise anyone. If u Need assistance with IRS Defense Tax are the BEST!!
Defense Tax Group is very professional, prompt and cares a great deal about their customers. I will be recommending them in the future and will contact them again if the need arises !
Only thing I can say is , they lived up to everything I was promised and more. Living out of the area of Defense I worried, but i really should not have. I saved over $17,500 and now have the IRS off my back. I would with Mr S directly and he was kind understanding and very helpful. I have been worried and stressed for three years, not any more I would give them a 1,000 stars if possible.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 03, 2019
What a great review, thank you for taking the time to express yourself. We truly enjoyed helping you.
Hired Defense and there are great. Did my past due tax returns as well as negotiated my back tax debt . I would use them moving forward with any tax issues I may have. Great company to work with.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 03, 2019
Thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure assisting you with your tax need.
I recently hired Defense Tax Group for back tax help. Their team members were so helpful and saved me over $25,000. I have referred my friends to them and they all have been very happy too. I highly recommend their service.
Great experience all around. Very helpful kind and understanding. I saved money time and energy by hiring Defense Tax.
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Nov 04, 2019
Thank you Steve for your review, we appreciate yo taking time at of your day. It was a pleasure to assist you. Defense Tax
I hired Defense Tax after receiving a letter from the IRS saying I owed them 34,000 and was going to get garnished. Defense got me into a collection hold in 2 hours and settled my debt for 3,000. Great colony and service .
Reply from Defense Tax Group
Oct 08, 2019
Thank you Shawn for the great review. It was a pleasure helping you get through a tough time.
My name is Miguel Rosario. I was very satified with their services. They were very professional and they solved my case very fast...i will definitely recommend this company to anyone that has finacial debt...they are responsible and trusworthy.
Great friendly service. Quick response for updates. Amazing results for my case. Staff is very knowledgeable. When I was contacted about Defense Tax about taking my case the sales representative was very patient of explaining my many option of how they work with me.