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Back taxes never go away on their own.

Back taxes, levies, IRS letters? Let a tax attorney and CPA handle it.

Owe back taxes behind on 941 payroll taxes, facing a levy or wage garnishment, or years behind on filing? We step between you and the tax agencies and work out a resolution you can live with.
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  • Back taxes, unfiled returns, audits, penalties
  • IRS help in all 50 states · English & 中文
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Received an IRS or state notice?

Every letter starts a clock. Don’t wait for the last one.

Tax notices escalate in a set order. The earlier you get help, the more options you keep.
First notice
CP14

Balance due

The IRS says you owe and asks you to pay. Now is the easiest time to set up a plan.
Escalating
CP504

Notice of intent to levy

Your balance is still unpaid. The IRS can now take your state tax refund and is preparing further collection.
Final notice · 30 days
LT11 / 1058

Final notice of intent to levy

You have 30 days to request a hearing before the IRS can levy wages, bank accounts and other assets.
New York State
NYS DTF

Tax warrant or income execution

New York can file a tax warrant (a lien) or garnish your wages through your employer.
Have one of these? Keep the letter handy and start your case review.
Get a free review of my notice
What we resolve

Whatever the notice says, there is a path forward.

01

Back taxes & payment plans

Turn a balance you can’t pay into one you can live with.
We pursue installment agreements, Offers in Compromise and Currently Not Collectible status so the debt stops running your life.
  • Installment agreements
  • Offer in Compromise
  • Currently Not Collectible
02

Levies, liens & garnishments

Seek a release of frozen accounts and garnished wages, fast.
If the IRS or New York State has frozen your bank account or is taking your paycheck, we act quickly to stop it and protect what remains.
  • Bank levy release
  • Wage garnishment
  • Lien withdrawal
03

Unfiled returns & audits

Get current, and never face an examiner alone.
We bring missing years current and correct returns the IRS prepared for you. Under audit? We represent you from the first letter to the last.
  • Unfiled returns
  • Substitute-for-return cleanup
  • Audit representation
04

Penalty abatement & state tax

Cut penalties that grow faster than the tax.
We request first-time and reasonable-cause relief, and handle New York DTF and other state tax agencies.
  • First-time abatement
  • Reasonable cause
  • NY DTF & other states
05

FBAR, Form 3520 & foreign reporting

Fix missed foreign account and foreign gift filings before penalties grow.
Money from family abroad, bank accounts in China or Hong Kong, a foreign company: we help you catch up on FBAR, Form 3520, 5471 and 8938 filings through the IRS compliance programs, and respond if penalties have already been assessed.
  • FBAR (FinCEN 114)
  • Form 3520 foreign gifts
  • Streamlined filing procedures
06

Payroll tax (941) & trust fund penalty

Protect your personal assets when business payroll taxes fall behind.
Unpaid 941 payroll taxes can become a personal debt through the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty. We negotiate for the business, represent owners and managers in the TFRP interview (Form 4180), and set up plans that keep the business open.
  • 941 back taxes
  • Trust Fund Recovery Penalty
  • Business payment plans
Real results for real clients

What the IRS said. What our clients paid.

Two recent cases, in the IRS’s own numbers.
IRS underreporting notice (CP2000) · 2019 Form 1040
IRS proposed
$1,363,426
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Final result
$0
  • 100% eliminated
The IRS proposed $1,079,526 in tax, a $215,905 substantial understatement penalty and $67,995 in interest. We showed the IRS what went wrong, and the inquiry was closed with $0 due.
IRS audit adjustment (Form 4549)
IRS proposed
$78,878
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Final result
$4,999
  • $73,879 less · penalties $0
The IRS proposed $64,173 in tax, $12,834.60 in penalties and $1,870.40 in interest. The final deficiency came down to $4,999, and every penalty was removed.
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When I got a letter from the IRS saying I owed $1.3 million, I honestly freaked out. Mr. Gu looked into the situation, figured out what went wrong, and dealt with the IRS for me. In the end, he got the $1.3 million balance corrected to $0.
Kevin Z. · Individual client
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Mr. Gu and his team took care of the IRS issues for us and kept me informed throughout the process. The settlement they achieved was much better than I expected. I no longer had to constantly worry about the IRS and could focus on running my restaurants.
James C. · Owner of two restaurants
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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How it works

Four steps. Worry less, live more.

1

Reach out

Answer three questions above or call 631-518-2808. We set up a free, confidential consultation that fits your schedule.
2

Understand where you stand

We review your finances, what the IRS or state claims you owe, and every option available to you.
3

We take over

With your authorization we become your representative. The IRS and the state deal with us, not you.
4

Get your life back

We pursue the resolution, keep you updated at every step, and help you stay compliant so it doesn’t come back.
Most of this happens without you ever coming to our office. We can represent you wherever you live, and you are always welcome to meet in person if you prefer.
About Resolute Tax Law

Legal advocacy grounded in business reality.

Steven Gu, Esq.
Founder · Tax attorney & Certified Public Accountant
Steven Gu has more than 20 years of experience advising businesses and their owners on complex tax and financial matters. As an attorney, CPA and business owner, he knows a serious tax problem is rarely just a legal issue: it affects cash flow, assets, employees, family security and the future of a business.
He starts with a careful understanding of the facts, follows with sound legal and financial analysis, and then provides disciplined representation toward an appropriate resolution, without hype or unrealistic promises. Fluent in English and Chinese, he is especially committed to Chinese-speaking business owners and families.
Sound judgment. Resolute action. Peace of mind.
衡于专业 · 坚于行动 · 安于结果
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Resources

Tax resolution insights

Plain-English guides to IRS and New York State tax problems, from the notice in your mailbox to the options for resolving it.
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Levy

November 5, 2026

IRS froze my bank account: what to do in the 21-day window

Why the bank holds your money for 21 days, and the steps that can get a levy released.

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CP2000

November 5, 2026

CP2000 notice: how to respond, agree or dispute

A CP2000 is a proposal, not a bill. Here is how to check the IRS’s numbers and respond on time.

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Letter

November 5, 2026

Got a letter from the IRS? 5 things to check first

How to tell a real IRS letter from a scam, what the notice number means, and which deadlines matter.

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CP2000
  • IRS letters
[DATE]

CP2000 notice: how to respond, agree or dispute

A CP2000 is a proposal, not a bill. Here is how to check the IRS’s numbers and respond on time.
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Levy
  • Levies & collections
[DATE]

IRS froze my bank account: what to do in the 21-day window

Why the bank holds your money for 21 days, and the steps that can get a levy released.
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OIC
  • Settlement options
[DATE]

Can’t pay? Installment agreement vs. Offer in Compromise

Which option fits your situation, what the IRS looks at, and common mistakes.
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Questions

Straight answers before you call.

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Do I need a tax attorney, or is a CPA enough?
Why the bank holds your money for 21 days, and the steps that can get a levy released.
Sometimes. An Offer in Compromise lets the IRS accept less than the full balance when you can’t realistically pay it. The IRS decides based on your income, expenses and assets, so it isn’t right for everyone. We’ll tell you honestly whether you qualify, and if not, what the better option is.
As soon as you can. Notices escalate, and a Final Notice of Intent to Levy gives you 30 days to request a hearing before the IRS can take wages or bank funds. Acting early keeps more options open.
No. Once you sign a power of attorney (IRS Form 2848, and Form POA-1 for New York State), we communicate with the tax agencies for you.
Yes. IRS matters are federal, and we represent clients wherever they live. Most of our work happens by phone, email and video.
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