The Law Offices of Michael Raff, LLC, Helps Illinois Taxpayers Navigate IRS and State Tax Challenges with Experienced Legal Representation
Lincolnshire, IL – Tax disputes can create significant financial and legal uncertainty for individuals and businesses alike. The Law Offices of Michael Raff, LLC continues to provide focused legal representation for taxpayers facing matters involving the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR). Based in Lincolnshire, Illinois, the firm focuses on tax controversy, tax compliance, and tax planning, providing clients with informed legal guidance to address complex tax issues.
Led by tax attorney Michael Raff, the firm represents clients throughout every stage of the tax controversy process. Its services include IRS audit defense, appeals, representation before the U.S. Tax Court, voluntary disclosure planning, tax compliance, and post-assessment resolution options such as Offers in Compromise, installment agreements, currently non-collectible status, innocent spouse relief, and penalty abatement. The firm also assists clients with Illinois Department of Revenue audits, Fast Track Resolution requests, Independent Tax Tribunal proceedings, and other state tax matters.
Many taxpayers are uncertain about what to do after receiving an IRS or state tax notice. The Law Offices of Michael Raff, LLC works with both individuals and businesses to evaluate each situation, explain available legal options, and develop strategies tailored to the specific facts of each case. The firm’s approach is centered on providing direct attorney representation rather than a one-size-fits-all solution, allowing clients to receive legal advice tailored to their circumstances.
Michael Raff is an award-winning Illinois tax attorney whose practice focuses exclusively on tax law. He represents clients before the IRS, the Illinois Department of Revenue, the U.S. Tax Court, and the Illinois Independent Tax Tribunal. He also has experience litigating and negotiating tax matters involving the U.S. Department of Justice. His educational background includes a Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law and an LL.M. in Taxation with a Certificate in International Taxation from Georgetown University. Michael Raff has been recognized as an Illinois Rising Star each year from 2018 through 2024 and previously served as Chair of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Federal Tax Committee.
The Law Offices of Michael Raff, LLC has also developed experience handling matters involving voluntary disclosure programs, offshore reporting compliance, tax planning, and complex civil and criminal tax controversies. Its work spans both pre-assessment and post-assessment matters, allowing clients to seek legal guidance before tax disputes escalate or after collection actions have begun.
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Company Name: Law Offices of Michael Raff, LLC
Contact Person: Michael Raff
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Phone: (847) 553-4800
Address:1 Overlook Point Suite 251
City: Lincolnshire
State: IL
Country: United States
Website: https://rafflawllc.com/
