IRS Audit Reconsideration Attorney
How an Experienced Lawyer Can Help You Fix an Incorrect Audit Result
If you’re facing a tax bill from an IRS audit you believe is wrong, an IRS audit reconsideration attorney may be the key to getting it fixed.
Audit reconsideration is one of the most valuable tools taxpayers have when the IRS made a mistake, didn’t see all the evidence, or completed an audit without your participation. But it’s also a process filled with technical rules, documentation requirements, and strict procedural traps.
Working with an attorney who regularly handles audit reconsiderations can dramatically improve your chances of success, and give you peace of mind that a knowledgeable professional is advocating for you.
What Is IRS Audit Reconsideration?
Audit reconsideration is the IRS’s process for reopening and re-evaluating a completed audit.
Unlike most IRS procedures, this one allows you to challenge an old audit even after it’s final, as long as you have new information or can show the IRS got something wrong. You may qualify for audit reconsideration if:
You never received the audit notice or didn’t get a chance to respond
You have new documents the IRS didn’t review
The IRS miscalculated income, deductions, or credits
The IRS filed a Substitute for Return (SFR) and you’ve now filed your actual return
You disagree with the audit findings and can support your position
Because the IRS does not give multiple attempts, getting it right the first time is crucial, which is where an experienced attorney, like us, comes in.
Why Hire an IRS Audit Reconsideration Attorney?
1. Correctly Identifying Whether Reconsideration Is the Best Option
Reconsideration is powerful, but not always the ideal strategy. A knowledgeable tax attorney will evaluate whether your case is better suited for:
Audit reconsideration
Penalty abatement
Offer in Compromise
Amended returns
Appeals
Innocent spouse relief
Our first job is to make sure you’re choosing the path with the highest probability of reducing or eliminating your tax bill.
2. Building the Documentation the IRS Wants to See
Audit reconsideration is only as strong as the documents you submit. We can certainly help you assemble and organize all your documentation, such as:
Receipts, bank records, invoices
Books and ledgers
W-2s, 1099s, corrected statements
Missing or overlooked deductions
Proof of expenses previously disallowed
One of the real advantages of hiring a skilled lawyer is them knowing how the IRS examiners review files and how to present evidence in a clear, convincing way.Sometimes that alone is the difference between a good and bad outcome.
3. Preparing a Strong Legal and Procedural Argument
An effective audit reconsideration request includes more than just the documents, it requires a written explanation grounded in tax law, IRS procedures, and your rights as a taxpayer.
When we’re hired, we will prepare:
A legal explanation of why the audit is incorrect
A procedural outline of what went wrong
Citations to the Internal Revenue Manual
Statements that anticipate and counter likely IRS objections
This type of professional analysis signals to the IRS that your case should be treated seriously. And you can’t expect the IRS reviewer to do the necessary research. You need to give them everything they need.
4. Communicating With the IRS on Your Behalf
Once your request is filed, the IRS may:
Ask for additional evidence
Question specific deductions
Attempt to verify certain expenses
Resume collection activity
An audit reconsideration attorney handles all communication for you, ensuring the IRS receives correct and timely responses while protecting you from unnecessary stress.
5. Protecting You From IRS Collection Actions
While audit reconsideration is pending, the IRS may pause collection, but not always. We can request holds, negotiate installment options, or address wage garnishments and bank levies if necessary.
This is especially important if the IRS is actively trying to collect on the disputed tax.
What to Expect When Working With an Audit Reconsideration Attorney
When you hire a tax attorney for audit reconsideration, you’ll typically go through steps such as:
Case review and strategy selection
Gathering missing documentation
Filing the reconsideration package
Communicating with the IRS examiner
Responding to IRS requests
Reviewing the IRS’s findings
Appealing or escalating if needed
The process can take months, and having a professional who stays on top of deadlines and correspondence is invaluable.
When Audit Reconsideration Makes the Most Sense
An audit reconsideration attorney is especially useful when:
The IRS disallowed deductions because documentation was missing
The taxpayer moved and never received audit letters
The IRS assessed income that wasn’t actually earned
A substitute return overstated tax due
You have significant new evidence
The taxpayer made mistakes in bookkeeping or filing
If you owe a large balance because of an incorrect or partial audit, reconsideration is often the most efficient way to fix it.
Why Work with Reiter Tax Law, PLLC
An Audit Reconsideration program is complex, and approval is far from automatic—only a small percentage of offers are accepted each year. Success depends on detailed financial analysis, strategic presentation, and a deep understanding of IRS evaluation criteria.
At Reiter Tax Law, PLLC, we combine in-depth tax law knowledge with practical experience in IRS negotiations. We:
• Conduct a thorough review of your finances before submitting an offer.
• Calculate a realistic settlement amount using IRS methodology.
• Handle all communications and submissions with the IRS on your behalf.
• Protect your rights and prevent collection actions during the review process.
Our goal is simple: to help you achieve the best possible resolution with the IRS—efficiently, lawfully, and with lasting results.
Contact Reiter Tax Law, PLLC