Tax evasion is one of the most serious federal offenses. Prosecutors must prove you willfully evaded taxes—not just that you made errors. We defend Livonia clients by demonstrating that mistakes resulted from complex tax law confusion, professional advice reliance, or honest miscalculation rather than criminal intent.
When Metro Detroit professionals or business owners fail to file returns for multiple years, the IRS escalates non-compliance into criminal charges. We challenge the prosecution's willfulness evidence and negotiate resolutions that keep you out of prison.
From inflated deduction allegations to unreported income claims, we defend against all tax fraud charges. Our attorneys challenge the government's evidence, question IRS procedures, and demonstrate that any inaccuracies were unintentional errors, not deliberate fraud.
Small business owners in Livonia and surrounding areas sometimes face criminal charges for unpaid employment taxes. The IRS treats these as theft of government funds. We defend against trust fund recovery penalties and criminal employment tax charges, frequently resolving cases through civil settlement instead of prosecution.
The government aggressively prosecutes undisclosed foreign accounts. We defend Metro Detroit residents with international business interests against FBAR (Foreign Bank Account Report) violations, handle voluntary disclosure negotiations, and challenge penalties for unreported foreign assets.
As cryptocurrency adoption grows, so does IRS scrutiny. We defend clients accused of failing to report crypto gains, structuring transactions to avoid reporting requirements, or other digital asset tax violations.
The moment you suspect an IRS criminal investigation—or receive contact from special agents—call us. Early intervention can prevent charges entirely. We handle all IRS-CI communications to prevent self-incrimination, present exculpatory evidence that may stop prosecution, and protect your rights during interviews and document requests.
To convict you of criminal tax offenses, prosecutors must prove willfulness beyond a reasonable doubt. We attack their case by demonstrating reliance on tax professionals or good faith interpretation of complex laws. We challenge the accuracy of the government's financial analysis, identify constitutional violations during investigation, and present evidence of honest mistakes rather than criminal intent.
Most criminal tax cases resolve without trial. Our attorneys negotiate with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and IRS-CI to reduce felony charges to misdemeanors, secure probation instead of prison time, convert criminal cases to civil tax disputes, and protect professional licenses and security clearances.
When negotiation fails, we're prepared for trial. We challenge witness testimony, cross-examine IRS agents, present expert witnesses, and create reasonable doubt about criminal intent.
If you're under investigation but not yet charged, we have maximum leverage to convince prosecutors not to file charges, negotiate a civil resolution instead of criminal prosecution, or limit the scope of the investigation. Between arrest and indictment, we can present evidence to the grand jury, negotiate plea agreements with better terms, and prepare for trial if necessary. Even after indictment, strategic defense can suppress illegally obtained evidence, challenge the sufficiency of the indictment, and negotiate reduced charges and sentences.
When you're facing criminal tax charges in Livonia or anywhere in Metro Detroit, you need attorneys who understand both the tax code and federal criminal defense. Our team has the knowledge, experience, and determination to fight for the best possible outcome in your case.
Call (248) 262-3400 now for a confidential consultation. We'll review your case, explain your options, and begin building your defense immediately.
