IRS Tax Services

Michael C. Whelan • Chicago Tax Lawyer

Certified and experienced Chicago tax attorney Resolving IRS Tax Issues for both Businesses & Individuals

Michael C. Whelan, JD, CPA, is a seasoned tax professional with a unique blend of expertise. As a former IRS attorney and certified public accountant, he now dedicates his practice to advocating for clients facing IRS collection issues and audits. His services extend to individuals and businesses throughout Chicago and Illinois, addressing a wide range of IRS tax issues. With his background as both an IRS insider and a CPA, Michael C. Whelan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his clients, providing expert representation in complex tax matters across Illinois.

IRS Bank Levy

A bank levy can be stopped but act quickly. You wont have much time to stop the IRS once a bank levy has been issued.

IRS Wage Levy

A wage levy occurs when the IRS orders your employer to withhold a portion of your wages to satisfy a debt you owe.

Release of Tax Lien

If you haven’t paid the taxes you owe or filed a return, the IRS can file a Notice of Federal Tax Lien against you.

Bankruptcy Solutions

Representation to individuals & businesses regarding the possibility of discharging your taxes in bankruptcy.

Unpaid Employment Tax

If you have unpaid employment taxes you want an experienced attorney to help you resolve this issue.

Penalty Abatement

Portions or all penalties assessed by the IRS may be waived or abated through a penalty abatement request.

Offer in Compromise

An IRS Offer in Compromise allows you to establish an agreement with the IRS to pay less than what is owed.

Tax Court Representation

Former tax attorney & certified public accountant with experience in representation/litigation of audited taxpayers.

Unfiled Tax Returns

There may be many reasons for failing to file your tax return, but one thing is for sure, you need to take it seriously.

experienced Tax Attorney and Certified Public Accountant representing clients before the IRS

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Michael C. Whelan is a former IRS attorney, certified public accountant, and Chicago tax attorney who currently represents clients before the IRS Collection division as well as audited taxpayers. He is admitted to the bar in Illinois; U.S. Tax Court; U.S. District Court for Northern Illinois; U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit; and the Court of Federal Claims. He is also a member of the Illinois State Bar Association – Section of Federal Taxation, and the American Association of Attorneys – Certified Public Accountants.

Our firm concentrates its practice in representing individuals and businesses before both the Internal Revenue Service and the Illinois Department of Revenue. Since we also help people file for bankruptcy relief under the new Bankruptcy Code, we also qualify as a debt relief agency.

If you are looking for a tax lawyer in Chicago and are in need of our services in the state of Illinois, please do not hesitate to contact us at (847) 298-9275 . Fill out our Contact Form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Get help today!