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Legal Solutions for Individuals and Businesses in New Jersey

Experienced tax law representation for IRS disputes, tax debt problems, payroll tax issues, penalty relief, unfiled returns, audits, and compliance matters.

IRS problems often involve more than one notice, balance, or tax year. Todd S. Unger helps individuals and business owners understand the IRS collection process, correct filing problems, respond to audits, protect appeal rights, and evaluate available resolution options. Select an issue below to learn more about the legal strategies that may apply.

Focused Tax Help When the Stakes Are High

We specialize in resolving complex tax issues for individuals and businesses, offering expert legal guidance with a personalized approach. With years of experience in tax law, we understand that tax problems can be stressful and financially overwhelming. We work diligently to protect our clients’ rights, minimize liabilities, and find practical solutions that provide lasting relief.

Our firm handles various tax matters, including IRS audits, tax debt settlements, payroll tax disputes, penalty abatements, and lien removals. Whether you’re a business owner facing payroll tax issues or an individual struggling with back taxes, we provide strategic, results-driven representation. We believe in clear communication, strong advocacy, and compassionate client service, ensuring every case is handled with the attention and professionalism it deserves.

At Todd S. Unger, Esq., LLC, we are committed to helping our clients regain financial stability and peace of mind. If you need assistance with an IRS or state tax issue, we’re here to guide you through the process and fight for the best possible outcome. Let us help you take control of your tax challenges and confidently move forward.

Individual Tax Help

Guidance for back taxes, penalties, tax debt, innocent spouse relief, and overdue returns.

Collection Defense

Representation for audits, appeals, liens, levies, wage garnishments, and IRS enforcement.

Business Tax Defense

Support for business tax debt, payroll tax exposure, employment tax, and worker classification.

Federal tax forms and official IRS documents for legal review

Individual IRS Tax Problems

When an individual tax issue is unresolved, it can affect your paycheck, bank account, credit, and peace of mind. These services focus on helping taxpayers resolve balances, correct filing problems, reduce penalties where possible, and evaluate formal IRS relief options.

Offer in Compromise

Explore whether settling tax debt for less than the full amount may be possible in your situation.

IRS Installment Agreements

Structured payment solutions for taxpayers who need relief but cannot pay in full right away.

Penalty Abatement

Pursue relief from penalties and reduce the financial strain caused by mounting charges.

Back Taxes & Unfiled Returns

Get current with the IRS and reduce the long-term risks tied to missing returns.

Innocent Spouse Relief

Seek relief when tax liability stems from a spouse or former spouse’s reporting issues.

Tax attorney reviewing IRS audit findings and dispute documents

IRS Collections, Audits, and Appeals

IRS enforcement and audit problems require careful timing, strong documentation, and a clear understanding of your appeal rights. These services focus on protecting taxpayers when the IRS is examining a return, threatening collection, or already pursuing liens, levies, or garnishments.

IRS Tax Audits

Get representation during IRS audits before routine questions turn into larger tax exposure.

IRS Bank Levies & Wage Garnishment

Stop or reduce enforced collection activity and protect income before damage grows.

Federal Tax Liens

Get help addressing liens that affect your credit, business operations, and financial flexibility.

Collection Due Process Hearings

Use your appeal rights to challenge collection actions and present stronger alternatives.

Audit Reconsideration

Challenge prior audit results when new facts or documentation justify reconsideration.

Business owner reviewing IRS collection notices with legal counsel

Business IRS Problems

Business tax problems can move quickly, especially when payroll taxes, employment tax issues, worker classification, or multiple filing periods are involved. These matters can affect the company, owners, officers, and other responsible decision-makers, so early strategy matters.

Business Tax Attorney

Strategic legal help for business owners facing IRS or state tax issues.

Employment & Payroll Tax Attorney

Representation for payroll compliance, employment tax exposure, and Trust Fund Recovery Penalty concerns.

Worker Classification Audits

Protect your business when employee versus contractor classifications are challenged.

Why Clients Choose Todd Unger

Tax issues are rarely just technical. They affect your finances, your business, your peace of mind, and your next steps. Our firm approaches every matter with the goal of giving clients clarity, protection, and a path forward.

Strategic Representation

Every case is evaluated for both immediate relief and long-term consequences.

Clear Communication

Clients get practical advice, honest expectations, and guidance they can actually use.

Personalized Attention

No two tax matters are identical, and solutions should not be treated that way.

Speak With a Tax Attorney About Your Situation

Take control of your IRS problems today with confidential, attorney-led legal guidance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tax issues can feel overwhelming, especially when you are not sure what options are available. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we hear from individuals and businesses in New Jersey.

What types of tax problems can Todd Unger help with?

Todd Unger helps individuals and businesses with a wide range of tax issues, including IRS audits, tax debt settlements, payroll tax disputes, penalty abatements, tax liens, levies, wage garnishments, unfiled tax returns, installment agreements, Offer in Compromise cases, and tax compliance matters.

Can you help if I have unfiled tax returns?

Yes. Unfiled tax returns can create serious problems with the IRS, including substitute returns, penalties, and long-term collection exposure. Our firm helps clients get back into filing compliance, reduce risk, and move toward a more manageable resolution.

Do you represent businesses with payroll tax issues?

Yes. We help businesses address payroll tax problems, employment tax issues, worker classification audits, and related IRS enforcement matters. These cases can carry both business and personal exposure, so prompt legal guidance is important.

Can you help stop wage garnishment or tax levies?

In many cases, yes. If the IRS has already begun collection action or is threatening a levy or garnishment, we can evaluate your options and work to stop or reduce the immediate financial damage while pursuing a broader resolution strategy.

What is an Offer in Compromise?

An Offer in Compromise is an IRS program that may allow eligible taxpayers to settle their tax debt for less than the full amount owed. Approval depends on your financial situation, compliance history, and ability to pay, so careful evaluation is essential before applying.

Can you help with IRS audits and appeals?

Yes. Our firm represents clients in IRS audits, audit reconsideration matters, tax disputes, and Collection Due Process hearings. Early representation can often improve the outcome and help protect your rights throughout the process.

Do you help with both IRS and New Jersey tax issues?

Yes. In addition to federal tax matters involving the IRS, we also help clients address New Jersey tax concerns and state-level issues that may affect individuals, businesses, and multi-state tax situations.