Veteran Owned. Since 2002. Tax Problems Focused
Veteran Owned. Since 2002.

Serious Tax Problem? Hiring the right team matters.

Veteran Owned Since 2002. Over 19,000 cases handled.

Licensed CPAs, Attorneys and Enrolled Agents. BBB A+ Rated.

We handle back taxes, audits and appeals. Personal and business.

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Who We Are, And Why We Can Help

We get results due to our personal 1:1 approach coupled with our deep tax practice experience. We are not trying to be a volume practice, we take on cases where we can truly help.

Our team has former roles at:

  • IRS Senior Counsel
  • Big 4 CPA
  • State Enfrocement Attorney
  • Tax Division Attorney at Top 3 AmLaw Firm

Our founder is a Marine Corps veteran who actually had his own IRS issue due to a filing error after leaving the military. That means you can be confident you’ll get straight-talk from the first call.

Joe Hanley, President

Rick Reiter, Attorney

Kelly Hanley, Attorney

Samantha Davis, Attorney

Our Experience, by the Numbers

A+

Rated By BBB

110M+

Saved for Clients

19,000+

Clients Served

Veteran

Owned & Operated

24yr

Across the US

Tax Disputes and Negotiation Is All We Do

  • They have been simply outstanding in getting our situation resolved.

    Their customer service and professionalism are truly second to non. I highly recommend The Tax Defenders (TTD Tax)
    Don H
    BBB Review.
There is no single solution that works for every case. The right strategy varies depending on filing status, balances owed, enforcement activity and timing. We deal with back taxes, audit and appeals, unfiled returns and business tax issues.
  • We reversed a $103,836 bank levy for a small business owner with multiple retail locations.
  • The IRS demanded $5,500 per month on an accountants $150,302 liability. We got him into Currently Not Collectible. 
  • We negotiated with a Revenue Officer to establish an agreement, protecting a client’s retirement savings fully. 
  • A truck driver from Texas was granted an Offer in Compromise in the amount of $1,538. This was a savings of $134,712. 
  • An Illinois attorney’s $1.8 million liability was resolved, resulting him keeping his practice, making monthly affordable payments.

Testimonials

Testimonials from our clients that confirm our expertise and speak for themselves

Molly B

Chicago, Illinois

They helped me resolve a complicated tax matter in less than a week for a fraction of what i paid at other firms. I could tell they care about their clients. I cannot give enough praise to this firm.

Eliza Z

Plano, Texas

I can’t say enough great things about The Tax Defenders. We were relieved with the support and the empathy for our situation. I can honestly say they go above and beyond for you and your family.

Angel S

Hagerstown, Maryland

I would recommend TTD 1000%. What I went through was scary, and I can now sleep well at night. I only wish I called them sooner. Professional, courteous, and they get the job done. Thank you!

Kathy S

Atlanta, Georgia

Provides both comfort and professional service in handling sensitive IRS matters. Joe Hanley and his team go above and beyond, offering honest opinions something many attorneys wouldn’t do for free.

Dina M

Orlando, Florida

These people REALLY care! He took time without rushing me through it, going over all possible solutions and even told me not to hire him because I didn’t need him at this point but to reach back out if i had any issues.

Ray M

Sarasota, Florida

I can’t describe how impressed I am with Joe Hanley. His professional, yet friendly approach immediately put me at ease and made the situation seem a lot less scary. Thank you Joe for all your help!

Ignacio S

Phoenix, Arizona

Great experienced working with TTD Chicago! Communication and coordination were always very timely. Professionalism is unwavering. Objectives established and achieved. They saved me over $35,000!

Pat S

Boston, Massachusetts

Beyond honest with me after reviewing my situation. Gave me solid advice and did not pressure me to pay anymore fees to the firm. Honesty is hard to find these days. I highly recommend this group.

Amy D

Naperville, Illinois

Amazing work and care for their clients! They did a great job of getting the work done and the integrity they showed in their work was impeccable. Highly recommend.

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Over 19,000 Cases Handled Across the US
Founded in Chicago, We Practice Nationwide

These are the locations of different clients we have represented over our 24 years. We can connect via the phone, zoom, google meet, whatever works.

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