Professional Tax Attorney Services
Tax problems rarely arrive at convenient times. When IRS notices start appearing in the mailbox, when audit letters threaten business operations, or when collection actions loom over personal finances—these situations demand more than standard tax preparation expertise. They require an attorney who understands both the numbers and the law.
Phillip Mixon brings exactly that combination to clients at Mixon Tax Law. As both a licensed attorney and Certified Public Accountant, he offers something most tax professionals cannot: the ability to see problems from both the accounting and legal perspectives simultaneously.
After years at a previous employer firm handling complex corporate tax matters, Phillip established his boutique practice with a clear mission—deliver sophisticated tax solutions with the personal attention that only a focused practice can provide. When clients call, they speak directly with their attorney, not a receptionist or junior associate reading from a script.
What Mixon Tax Law Actually Does
IRS Collections Matters
IRS collection actions can be stopped through immediate legal intervention. We've successfully halted wage garnishments within 24 hours and secured payment arrangements that align with clients' actual financial capabilities—not what the IRS thinks they should pay.
Whether negotiating an Offer in Compromise, securing Currently Not Collectible status, or establishing an installment agreement, Phillip's dual CPA/JD background provides a critical advantage. The focus remains on achieving sustainable resolutions that clients can actually maintain long-term, rather than temporary fixes destined to fail and restart the collection cycle all over again.
IRS Tax Audits and Appeals
Federal tax audits require immediate legal intervention from the moment that first information document request lands on your desk. Phillip manages all direct communications with IRS revenue agents, handles complex documentation requirements, and fights for the most favorable resolution possible.
His dual CPA/JD qualification provides critical insight into audit strategy—understanding exactly what IRS examiners look for and how they build their cases. This financial expertise shapes response strategies that attorneys without accounting backgrounds simply cannot provide, giving clients a distinct advantage during IRS examinations.
Business & Employment Tax Matters
Business owners face unique tax challenges that can lead to personal financial devastation if mishandled. Mixon Tax Law defends companies through corporate audits, payroll tax disputes, and employment tax controversies—protecting both business assets and personal finances from IRS enforcement.
The firm specializes in resolving Trust Fund Recovery Penalty cases, where business owners can be held personally liable for 100% of unpaid payroll taxes. These aggressive IRS penalties target anyone with check-signing authority or financial control, making immediate legal intervention critical to prevent catastrophic consequences.
Beyond controversy resolution, the practice provides strategic guidance on entity selection, transaction structuring, and ongoing compliance planning. This proactive approach helps business owners minimize tax exposure before problems arise—preventing the kind of enforcement actions that can shut down operations or lead to criminal charges.
International Tax Matters
International tax compliance carries extraordinarily complex reporting requirements with severe penalties that can financially devastate taxpayers who get it wrong. Mixon Tax Law guides clients through Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) obligations, Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) reporting, and offshore voluntary disclosure programs before the IRS discovers unreported accounts.
The penalties in this area are catastrophic—up to 50% of your entire account balance for each violation, potentially wiping out years of savings in a single assessment. Since 2014, foreign banks have been required to report U.S. citizen accounts directly to the IRS, meaning the agency already knows about unreported foreign accounts and is mining that data to identify non-compliant taxpayers.
Phillip's dual CPA/JD background protects clients from these devastating consequences while establishing compliant reporting procedures going forward. Acting before the IRS contacts you could save you significant money and prevent criminal tax evasion charges that can result from willful failure to report foreign accounts.
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Why Clients Choose Our Law Firm
The CPA/Attorney Combination Really Matters
Most tax attorneys understand legal principles but lack deep accounting expertise. Most CPAs understand financial issues but cannot provide legal representation. Phillip's dual qualification bridges this critical gap—he can identify the accounting problems that created tax issues while simultaneously developing legal strategies to resolve them.
This rare combination enables comprehensive solutions unavailable from professionals with only one credential.
Sophisticated Experience, Personal Attention
Years at a previous employer firm handling complex corporate tax matters developed advanced problem-solving skills under high-pressure situations. That experience taught sophisticated strategies for managing cases worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
Running a boutique practice means delivering that same level of expertise with personalized attention that larger firms cannot provide. Every client receives direct attorney involvement rather than being passed to junior associates or support staff.
Complete Legal Protection
Mixon Tax Law can represent clients through all proceedings, including federal Tax Court litigation when necessary. All communications receive full attorney-client privilege protection—a critical advantage that regular accountants cannot offer.
These protections have proven decisive in numerous cases where clients' previous communications with other professionals created problems that privileged representation would have prevented.
Direct Attorney Communication
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 when circumstances change or new issues arise.
Proven Resolution Success
The firm 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.
This track record reflects focus on actual case resolution rather than theoretical knowledge—having successfully navigated these challenges repeatedly creates wisdom that only comes from real experience.
What Our Clients Say
Client reviews provide 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.
Meet Attorney Phillip Mixon
Learn more about the team at Mixon Tax Law 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. After years at a previous employer firm handling complex corporate tax matters, he established his boutique practice to deliver sophisticated strategies with the personal attention that larger firms cannot provide.
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.
Contact Mixon Tax Law Firm
Ready to resolve tax challenges with experienced legal representation? Contact Mixon Tax Law 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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