Expat Tax Law is a specialized international tax law and accounting firm providing comprehensive legal and financial services for U.S. taxpayers living and working abroad. With over 26 years of experience, the firm stands out by combining the expertise of tax attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents under one roof, offering attorney-client privilege protection and Big-4 level tax experience to expatriates and global business owners.
The firm takes a solution-oriented approach, focusing on practical guidance to reduce tax liabilities, ensure compliance, and resolve disputes with the IRS. It caters primarily to U.S. expats, digital nomads, overseas business owners, and individuals with complex cross-border financial interests. The team, led by a managing partner with international station experience, emphasizes confidentiality, personalized service, and strategic tax planning tailored to each client’s global circumstances.
Services Offered
- International Tax Attorney Services
- Tax Consulting
- U.S. Expat Tax Returns (Form 1040 and related schedules)
- IRS Streamlined Offshore and Domestic Disclosures
- FBAR Disclosures (Form 114)
- FATCA Compliance (Form 8938)
- Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) and Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (Form 2555, Form 1116)
- Form 5471 (Foreign Corporations)
- Form 5472 (Foreign-Owned U.S. Corporations)
- Form 3520 and 3520A (Foreign Trusts and Gifts)
- Expatriation / Renunciations (Form 8854)
- Cross-border Tax Structuring
- Tax Treaty Positions
- Tax Opinions
- Overseas Relocation Planning
- IRS Audits, Appeals, and Mitigation
- IRS Tax Penalty Relief and Offer in Compromise
- Back Taxes and Late Filer Assistance
- Stock Options and RSUs Planning
- Trusts and Estates Planning
- Wills and Estate Planning
- U.S. Business Tax Returns (Form 1120, 1120S, 1065)
- Additional Child Tax Credit (Form 8812)
- Crypto Currency / Bitcoin Disclosures and Planning
- Overseas and U.S. Business Formations
- Corporate Transparency Act Compliance
- Forensic Accounting
- International Tax Seminars and Consultations
The firm serves U.S. expat communities worldwide, with a significant majority of clients residing overseas or frequently traveling internationally. Services are available in English, and the team includes professionals with experience in global markets such as London, Zurich, and the Middle East, ensuring nuanced understanding of regional tax implications.
