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If you’ve received an IRS audit notice in Arizona, Guardian Tax Law is here. Our IRS audit attorneys are experienced in representing individuals and businesses facing both federal and state tax audits across the state.
The process can be complicated and overwhelming on your own, so having a qualified attorney on your side makes all the difference. Once your audit is resolved, we’ll also help you put protections in place so you don’t run into trouble again in the future.
Guardian Tax Law Phoenix Office Address
2390 E Camelback Road,
Suite 130-1301
Phoenix, AZ
85016
Every member of our staff is knowledgeable about all aspects of IRS audit representation and passionate about helping clients resolve their tax issues.
We work hard to make sure your audit is handled with care, so you can move forward with confidence. Reach out today to learn how we can help.
Guardian Tax Law provides expert IRS audit representation to individuals and businesses across Arizona. Key areas we serve include:
Zip Codes: 85001, 85004, 85008, 85009, 85013, 85014, 85016, 85018, 85032, 85033, 85035, 85037, 85041, 85051, 85054
Zip Codes: 85250, 85251, 85255, 85257, 85259, 85260, 85281, 85282, 85283, 85296, 85297
Zip Codes: 85701, 85705, 85706, 85710, 85711, 85712, 85713, 85715, 85718, 85730, 85746
Zip Codes: 86001, 86004, 86301, 86303, 86305
Don’t see your neighborhood? We serve clients across all of Arizona. Contact us today to discuss your tax situation.
The team at Guardian Tax Law can assist you with IRS audit representation throughout Arizona.
Our practice areas include the following:
Unfiled tax returns can trigger an IRS audit or make an existing one much worse. When you work with an IRS attorney in Arizona, we can explain all available options, help you catch up on missing returns, and reduce your risk of further enforcement
Is the IRS garnishing your wages or levying your bank account following an audit? An Arizona tax attorney can help you understand your options and take immediate action to stop or reverse IRS collection efforts.
When an audit results in additional taxes owed, we can help. We offer programs designed to eliminate or reduce tax debts through Offers in Compromise, installment agreements, and penalty abatement with state tax agencies and the IRS.
Facing a correspondence, office, or field audit? We handle all communications with the IRS on your behalf, prepare the documentation you need, and work to limit your exposure. You don’t have to deal with IRS agents directly — we do it for you.
An IRS audit attorney is a licensed tax lawyer who represents taxpayers during an IRS or Arizona Department of Revenue audit. They communicate directly with the IRS on your behalf, organize and present your documentation, negotiate to limit the scope of the audit, and appeal any findings they believe are incorrect. Having an attorney handle the process reduces the risk of saying or sharing too much, which can expand the audit beyond its original scope.
The IRS typically audits Arizona taxpayers when their return contains unusual deductions, unreported income, or figures that don’t match third-party records. Common triggers include large charitable contributions relative to income, excessive home office or business expense deductions, multiple years of reported business losses, high income compared to your industry, and discrepancies between your return and what employers or banks reported to the IRS.
The IRS conducts three types of audits: a correspondence audit, which is handled entirely by mail and is the most common; an office audit, where you are asked to visit an IRS office with your records; and a field audit, where an IRS agent visits your home or business directly. Field audits are the most intensive and typically reserved for complex cases or larger tax discrepancies.
No. Once you authorize a tax attorney to represent you, they handle all communications with the IRS on your behalf — including calls, letters, and in-person meetings. You are not required to speak directly with IRS agents at any point during the audit process. This protection is one of the most important reasons to hire an attorney before responding to an audit notice.
If you ignore an IRS audit notice, the IRS will proceed without your input and issue an assessment based on whatever information they have available — which is almost always the worst-case outcome for the taxpayer. This can result in inflated tax bills, penalties, and interest, and may trigger further collection actions like wage garnishments or bank levies. You have 30 days in most cases to respond to an audit letter, so acting quickly is critical.
The length of an IRS audit depends on the type and complexity of the case. A correspondence audit resolved by mail can be closed in a few months. An office or field audit involving multiple tax years or complex financials can take anywhere from six months to over a year. Having an experienced attorney managing the process typically keeps things moving and prevents unnecessary delays caused by missing documentation or miscommunication.
In most cases, an IRS audit is a civil process focused on collecting additional taxes, penalties, and interest — not criminal prosecution. However, if the IRS uncovers evidence of intentional fraud or deliberate tax evasion during an audit, the case can be referred to the IRS Criminal Investigation division. This is rare, but it is one more reason to have a qualified attorney involved from the start to ensure nothing you say or provide is misinterpreted.
Guardian Tax Law believes that you should trust and feel confident that your tax issues are being resolved. To ensure you get the best IRS audit attorney representation possible, we offer a complimentary, confidential consultation to understand your unique situation. A tax attorney will listen, gather all the information needed, and suggest the best solution for your individual needs.