Pridgeon & Zoss, PLLC is a distinguished tax controversy and litigation firm based in Minnesota, specializing exclusively in state and federal tax law disputes. The firm stands out for its deep bench of former IRS attorneys, with its lawyers bringing over 80 years of combined experience, including direct roles as IRS litigation attorneys and certified public accountants.
The firm is dedicated to providing solid solutions for serious tax liabilities, leveraging its attorneys’ insider knowledge of IRS procedures and Minnesota tax law. It primarily serves self-employed professionals, independent contractors, small business owners, and individuals facing audits, disputes, or aggressive collection actions from the IRS or Minnesota Department of Revenue. Their approach combines legal acumen with accounting insight to protect client rights and secure favorable outcomes through negotiation, appeals, or litigation.
Services Offered
- Tax Disputes
- Income Tax Workouts
- Responding to IRS and State Tax Notices
- Business and Self-Employment Tax Problems
- Audits & Appeals
- Outstanding Balance Resolution (including installment agreements, offers in compromise, uncollectible status, innocent spouse relief)
- Liability for Uncollected Taxes
- Business & Payroll Tax Issues
- Trust Fund Recovery Penalty Cases
- Corporate Tax Audits and Litigation
- Independent Contractor Tax Issues
- Tax Settlements and Penalty Reductions
- Tax Appeals and Litigation
The firm serves clients throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin from offices in Edina and Roseville. Both attorneys are highly credentialed: Mark Pridgeon is a CPA and former IRS attorney with over 40 years of experience, while Dave Zoss holds an LL.M. in Taxation and has been involved in over 400 U.S. Tax Court cases, with more than 50 published opinions.
