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Mixon Tax Law is your trusted tax attorney firm in Houston offering strategic solutions for businesses and individuals facing tax challenges. Whether you need assistance with IRS disputes, audits, or business tax planning, we provide expert legal guidance to protect your financial interests.
Tax problems can overwhelm even the most financially responsible individual and business owner. When IRS notices arrive, bank accounts face seizures and audit letters create sleepless nights – the situation demands more than basic tax preparation services. At Mixon Tax Law, clients benefit from comprehensive representation guided by Phillip Mixon, whose unique qualifications as both an attorney and CPA provide a distinctive advantage.
This rare combination of accounting expertise and legal advocacy creates a powerful advantage for Houston-area clients facing complex tax controversies. Drawing on extensive experience managing high-value corporate tax matters, Phillip founded his boutique tax law firm to provide sophisticated strategies with the personalized attention that larger firms often lack.
Most tax professionals specialize in either accounting or legal representation, but not both. This limitation creates gaps in service delivery precisely when clients need comprehensive solutions. Phillip Mixon’s dual qualification bridges this critical divide, allowing him to identify accounting issues that created tax problems while simultaneously developing legal strategies to resolve them.
Mixon Tax Law handles the complete spectrum of federal and state tax controversies affecting businesses and individuals. Each service combines Phillip’s accounting foundation with proven legal strategies developed through years of complex case resolution.
Collection enforcement actions can be stopped through strategic legal intervention. Mixon Tax Law has successfully halted wage garnishments within 24 hours and negotiated payment arrangements aligned with clients' actual financial capabilities. Whether pursuing an offer in compromise, currently not collectible status, or installment agreement, his approach combines legal expertise with practical financial analysis to achieve sustainable resolutions.
Federal tax audits demand experienced legal representation from the initial information document request through final determination. Phillip handles all direct communications with IRS revenue agents, manages documentation requirements, and advocates for favorable audit outcomes. His accounting background provides insight into audit procedures and effective response strategies that less experienced practitioners lack.
Corporate tax challenges require legal counsel who understands both financial implications and compliance requirements. Attorney Phillip Mixon represents businesses facing corporate audits, payroll tax disputes, trust fund recovery penalties, and employment tax controversies. His practice includes strategic entity selection guidance and transaction structuring that minimizes tax exposure while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
International tax compliance involves complex reporting requirements with severe penalties for non-compliance. Mixon Tax Law guides clients through Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) obligations, Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) reporting, and offshore voluntary disclosure programs. His experience protects clients from catastrophic penalties while establishing compliant reporting procedures going forward.
Phillip Mixon holds both CPA and law licenses, a rare dual qualification. Most practitioners provide either accounting services or legal representation, but not both. This combination enables comprehensive analysis of accounting issues that created tax problems alongside legal strategies for resolution.
Legal representation becomes essential upon receiving any IRS notice or correspondence. Many cases worsen when taxpayers attempt resolution without proper legal counsel or rely on professionals lacking litigation authority.
All communications with Phillip Mixon receive complete legal protection. The IRS cannot compel disclosure or obtain access to privileged conversations. Regular CPAs do not provide this protection, creating significant risk during investigations and disputes.
Absolutely. Phillip frequently coordinates with other professionals on client matters. Collaboration arrangements vary based on case requirements, ranging from full case management to strategic consultation while existing relationships continue.
Emergency situations like wage garnishments or bank levies often receive immediate intervention, with enforcement actions stopped within 24 hours in many cases. Other matters require more time, but IRS response deadlines remain absolute and cannot be extended. Timing proves critical in tax controversy resolution.
Comprehensive case evaluations examine all IRS correspondence, financial circumstances, and client concerns. Phillip explains the actual legal situation in clear terms and outlines available options without legal jargon, providing straightforward guidance for informed decision-making.
Yes. Business and personal tax matters frequently intersect, particularly regarding payroll tax controversies that create individual liability for business owners. Counsel who understands both dimensions provides comprehensive protection unavailable from practitioners focused on only one area.
Resolution timelines vary significantly. Straightforward audit responses may conclude within several months, while complex multi-issue cases can extend beyond one year. The IRS operates on its own schedule, but Phillip maintains regular client communication throughout all proceedings.
Fee structures receive clear explanation before engagement begins. Certain matters like standard audit representation receive flat fee quotations, while complex cases typically proceed on hourly billing. Complete transparency regarding costs ensures no unexpected charges arise during representation.
Business-related legal fees generally qualify as deductible business expenses. Personal tax matter fees face greater limitations, though strategic structuring can maximize available deductions in appropriate situations.
Yes. Phillip recognizes that tax problems often coincide with financial constraints. Payment arrangements can be structured to accommodate client budgets while ensuring proper legal representation proceeds without interruption.
Comprehensive case management includes all direct IRS communications, complete document preparation, negotiation on behalf of clients, and regular status updates. Clients avoid direct contact with revenue agents or collection officers—Attorney Phillip Mixon handles these interactions as part of legal representation.
While Mixon Tax Law Firm focuses primarily on IRS representation and tax controversy, Mixon’s Big Four background and dual credentials allow us to provide strategic tax planning for business transactions, international tax compliance, and entity structuring. The firm helps clients avoid future problems through sound planning, not just resolve existing issues.
Yes. As a licensed attorney, full representation through federal Tax Court proceedings is available when necessary. Most CPAs and enrolled agents lack this litigation authority, creating significant limitations in serious controversies.
Comprehensive analysis examines applicable law, case-specific facts, precedent from similar matters, and practical IRS procedures versus published guidance.
Phillip Mixon holds both CPA and law licenses, a rare dual qualification. Most practitioners provide either accounting services or legal representation, but not both. This combination enables comprehensive analysis of accounting issues that created tax problems alongside legal strategies for resolution.
Legal representation becomes essential upon receiving any IRS notice or correspondence. Many cases worsen when taxpayers attempt resolution without proper legal counsel or rely on professionals lacking litigation authority.
Emergency situations like wage garnishments or bank levies often receive immediate intervention, with enforcement actions stopped within 24 hours in many cases. Other matters require more time, but IRS response deadlines remain absolute and cannot be extended. Timing proves critical in tax controversy resolution.
Comprehensive case evaluations examine all IRS correspondence, financial circumstances, and client concerns. Phillip explains the actual legal situation in clear terms and outlines available options without legal jargon, providing straightforward guidance for informed decision-making.
Fee structures receive clear explanation before engagement begins. Certain matters like standard audit representation receive flat fee quotations, while complex cases typically proceed on hourly billing. Complete transparency regarding costs ensures no unexpected charges arise during representation.
Business-related legal fees generally qualify as deductible business expenses. Personal tax matter fees face greater limitations, though strategic structuring can maximize available deductions in appropriate situations.
Discover more about the tax law firm and what distinguishes Mixon Tax Law’s practice from other Houston tax professionals. Clients continue relationships even after immediate problems resolve due to these key advantages.
Most tax attorneys understand legal principles but lack accounting expertise. Most CPAs understand financial issues but cannot provide legal representation. Phillip's dual qualification enables identification of accounting problems and legal resolution strategies, providing complete problem-solving unavailable elsewhere.
Phillip's previous career experience involved high-pressure corporate transactions worth hundreds of millions where perfect execution was required under tight deadlines. This experience developed advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to find solutions during crisis situations. His boutique practice delivers this sophisticated expertise with personalized attention that large firms cannot provide.
Mixon Tax Law can represent clients through all proceedings, including federal Tax Court litigation when necessary. All communications receive full attorney-client privilege protection. Regular accountants cannot offer either advantage, and these distinctions have proven decisive in numerous cases.
Phillip personally handles phone calls and client communications. Questions receive immediate attorney attention rather than being filtered through assistants who must "check with the attorney" before responding. Direct communication enables rapid understanding of developing situations and timely strategic guidance.
Mixon Tax Law has stopped collection actions within hours, achieved audit closures with no additional tax assessments, and helped clients avoid international tax penalties that would have caused financial devastation. His practice focuses on actual case resolution rather than theoretical knowledge, having successfully navigated these challenges repeatedly.
Beyond resolving immediate tax problems, Mixon Tax Law Firm helps establish systems that prevent future issues. Whether adjusting withholding, implementing quarterly payments, or restructuring business operations, the firm provides guidance for long-term compliance. This proactive approach ensures lasting solutions, not temporary fixes.
Client reviews provide the most authentic perspective on the firm’s service quality and results. Nothing brings greater professional satisfaction than helping clients resolve tax problems and restore their financial peace of mind.
Learn more about the tax law firm led by Attorney Phillip Mixon, who brings a unique combination of legal advocacy and accounting expertise to every client engagement.
Phillip Mixon is not just a local tax attorney; he is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a dual qualification that distinguishes him from other tax professionals in Houston.
The combination of Big Four accounting experience and legal advocacy skills creates a distinctive practice focused on achieving favorable outcomes for clients facing complex tax challenges.
Ready to resolve tax challenges with experienced legal representation? Contact Mixon Tax Law Firm today to discuss how comprehensive tax attorney services can protect your interests and achieve the best possible outcome.
Call (713) 814-4737 to speak directly with Attorney Phillip Mixon. He handles consultations personally because every tax situation requires immediate expert assessment. No assistants, no phone tag—just direct communication with your attorney.
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