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(800) 232-8477
(623) 209-2003
3039 W Peoria Ave
#102-620
Phoenix, AZ 85029
Nation-Wide Practice
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Initial Consultation.
For an initial consultation, we require the client to fill out a short
questionnaire and prepare a brief chronology. We can then review the facts
prior to the conference, saving Q&A time during the consultation, and "hit
the ground running," thus allowing time with the client to explore in more
detail the facts and client's options. We can read faster than anyone can
talk (even if you are from New York City). It takes less time to read a
client's factual paperwork than to listen verbally to all of the facts.
The fee for the initial consultation: $500 to $1,000.
Full Evaluation.
Many cases require a full evaluation which would include gathering
information, reviewing documents, calculating and crunching numbers,
applying facts to various options available, and coming up with potential
short-term as well as long-term solutions. An evaluation concerning civil
taxes and/or bankruptcy issues is generally a minimum $5,000 retainer. For
criminal cases the retainer is higher, depending on the type of case and
issues, usually at least $10,000.
 | Civil tax/collection. Whether your civil tax problem concerns an IRS or
State tax notice of monies due, non-filing of returns, lien, levy, seizure
of property, Tax Court case, Court of Appeals, administrative appeal, or
audit, we can assist you in considering your viable options and developing
the best strategy. Some options may include, among others: installment
agreement, offer in compromise, statute of limitations, uncollectible,
bankruptcy, pay or borrow and pay, or a combination of these. |
| Bankruptcy planning. We have assisted clients in discharging through
bankruptcy millions of dollars in income and other tax debts. But the
rules are complicated and a miscalculation of even one day could be
devastating. Tax/bankruptcy planning requires detailed analyses of all
facts, numbers crunching, and evaluating the potential results, as well as
careful strategic planning. |
| Criminal tax. In a criminal case one cannot "settle up" with IRS merely
by paying the tax, penalty and interest that might be owed. Once you are
aware that you are under investigation, we can assist in trying to
convince the government to drop the case. There are several levels at
which this is possible. The investigation can take as long as six years,
from start to indictment, and usually cases take two to four years. If the
case proceeds forward, we will advise you of your options concerning
negotiating a plea agreement or going to trial, as well as issues
concerning the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, which dictates what kind of
jail sentence and/or fines you could face. |
| Criminal Case Responsibility Options. It is important that you hire
someone to represent you NOW if you have not yet done so. Our
responsibility in the case can vary: we can do everything from taking on
full responsibility for the case, to acting as a consultant to you
proceeding pro se, or acting as a consultant to your local counsel.
Retainer and fees vary depending on responsibility. |
| Litigation. Mac MacPherson has years of litigation experience ranging
from civil RICO suits to defense of federal tax evasion charges. Mac has
tried over 55 criminal tax cases in 24 states. The sooner you have on
board an experienced litigator, who is certified in both tax and in
criminal law, the better prepared you become. In the military tradition,
MacPherson, a West Point graduate, the "Courtroom Commando," calls it
"full metal jacket." |
| Civil, criminal, and bankruptcy. There are major differences between
criminal and civil tax matters and bankruptcy, but there are connections
between the three, and each area must be evaluated with consideration of
the others. We take an holistic view to problem solving: the "West Point
Systems Engineering" approach. |
| Offshore/Tax Shelters. If you have "invested" money offshore, or are
involved in a tax shelter (what IRS calls an "abusive tax shelter"), you
need to know how IRS proceeds in such cases and you what options may be
available to you. We represent clients in both areas. |
Our Expectations Of Our Clients.
Our obligation to our clients includes giving written opinions of options
and expected results. We advise client of the law, keep client informed as
necessary, and manage the case. In order to meet our obligations and serve
the client efficiently, we require our clients to meet their obligations,
which include:
| To complete fully and accurately any questionnaire and/or other charts;
i.e., do their "homework;" |
| Supply accurate, updated, timely information, in writing; |
| Respond promptly to attorney requests for additional information; |
| Understand what is to be accomplished; if not understood, ask the
attorney or legal assistant; |
| Attend court as and when necessary; |
| Keep attorney advised, in writing, of changed circumstances; e.g.,
address/phone; loss or change of job or financial condition. |
What about......?
Your questions may include: What happens in the civil tax case even if I
win the criminal case? If I lose the criminal case on failure to file, can
I file bankruptcy, and which type? What about restitution? If my case is
civil now, do I have to worry about a criminal investigation? How will I
pay the liability? Will I lose my home?
How We Can Help.
We can conduct a detailed evaluation of your case; explain your viable
options; work with and advise your CPA, attorney, accountant, or tax
preparer; handle the civil and criminal tax litigation; try to solve your
tax collection problem; act as a consultant to your bankruptcy attorney;
try to prevent a criminal investigation and prosecution; and defend you in
a criminal tax case. We can handle "cradle to grave:" audit to appeal to
the U.S. Supreme Court.
The MacPherson Group
Tax Defense Attorneys
"Major Mac" - the "Tax Terminator"/"Courtroom Commando"
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