Why do you need an experienced tax lawyer for a California business tax audit? What are some of the genuine risks during an audit of your business or professional practice?…
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/ Business Organizations, Labor & Employment Law, Taxation
U.S. expatriates should read IRS Publication 54 - Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad. This is a beneficial article published by the agency itself, detailing the unique and specific tax reporting requirements…
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/ International Law & Trade, Taxation
What happens if you are accused by the IRS, the FTB, or another California tax agency regarding omissions, fraud, or false information on a tax return? The short answer is simple: failure to make a full, transparent, and honest…
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/ Criminal Law, Taxation
Are you searching for a reliable partner to provide legal services in a rapidly changing world? How will legal decisions impact other aspects of your company, including operations, accounting, existing business relationships,…
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/ Commercial Law & Contracts, International Law & Trade, Law Practice Products & Services, Taxation
What is an irrevocable trust? It is important to know when to use an irrevocable trust as part of your estate plan. What is the difference between an irrevocable trust and a revocable trust?…
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/ Taxation, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
What do you need to know about the IRS and state tax complications of offshore investments? It is common to have international investments in your portfolio, not to mention business interests. How do you navigate the changing…
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/ Finance & Banking, International Law & Trade, Taxation
What are the essential elements of estate planning for a blended family here in San Diego or across California? According to the U.S. Census Bureau, almost 1 in 5 households in the United States involves a subsequent marriage…
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/ Family Law, Taxation, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
here are two sources of income tax audits in California: those initiated by the State of California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) and those based on audits conducted by another agency, such as the IRS. This second form of audit,…
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/ Administrative Law, Taxation
Are you considering expanding your international business to San Diego or the United States? Are you planning to start a new business entity to add to the existing constellation of your companies, or are you considering a joint…
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/ Business Organizations, International Law & Trade, Taxation
The prudence of estate planning extends far beyond the question of “what happens to my money, assets, and belongings at the end of my life?” Estate planning facilitates shrewd planning and management of one’s life and…
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/ Real Estate - Residential, Taxation, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
Did you know that the number of California FTB audits is increasing when compared to the trend of IRS audits in 2025? The California Franchise Tax Board, or FTB, has recently invested in advanced data processing systems and AI…
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/ International Law & Trade, Science, Computers, & Technology, Taxation
What is succession planning for business owners? How does this affect the short and long-term interests of your company and its value? Why should you be concerned about succession planning if you own a business or have a…
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/ Business Organizations, Taxation, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
Are you searching for an experienced California and IRS tax attorney? When legal professionals refer to California or IRS audits or tax issues, they are usually speaking of the types of interactions that a person or business…
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/ Law Practice Products & Services, Taxation
What does the substantial recent reduction in the IRS mean for U.S. taxpayers and expatriates? How will staff reductions affect the agency’s ability to audit and collect taxes owed by U.S. taxpayers around the world? What…
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/ Administrative Law, Elections & Politics, Taxation
How can integrated professional services provide stronger business outcomes for your business? Why should you consider integrated legal, tax, accounting, and business advisory services, instead of relying upon the separate…
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/ Business Organizations, Law Practice Products & Services, Taxation, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
