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The tax attorneys at Wiggam Law are dedicated to helping their clients (both individuals and businesses) solve their financial problems. Part of that commitment includes making sure our clients stay up to date with relevant news. If you need help navigating problems with the IRS or a tax authority, we’re here to keep you informed with the Wiggam Law Tax Blog. If you need answers about your specific situation, contact us to schedule a case review and see how we can get the best resolution for you.

Our tax attorneys are skilled at resolving controversies with the IRS, Georgia Department of Revenue, and other taxing authorities over income taxes, payroll and employment taxes, civil penalties, tax liens, levies, and unfiled returns.

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What to Expect When Claiming Refunds of IRS Interest and Penalties

The IRS often refunds penalties and sometimes even interest if they were assessed incorrectly or if the taxpayer qualifies for administrative or statutory relief. You...

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IRS Notice CP63: Why Your Refund Is Being Held

If you’re reading this, you’re wondering why your tax refund hasn’t arrived. Maybe you used the IRS online refund status tool and saw “Tax Topic 151” mentioned,...

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IRS Tax Debt Help Tool: How It Works, Who It Works for, and When to Call a Professional

The IRS recently released a Tax Debt Help tool. Its purpose? To help taxpayers find a solution for their tax debt. Unfortunately, while that sounds...

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The IRS’s 2026 Settlement Offer for SCE Investors

Reduce Penalties, Avoid Litigation, & Get Relief in SCE Cases Qualifying investors dealing with Syndicated Conservation Easement (SCE) cases have a new opportunity to settle...

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SCE Investors in Georgia: Benefits & Implications of the IRS’s 2026 Settlement Offer

IRS disallowances of certain syndicated conservation easement (SCE) deductions have hit Georgia investors hard over the last 10-plus years. But a new IRS settlement initiative...

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Can Georgia Year’s Support Protect an Estate From IRS Debt?

When someone passes away with tax debt in Georgia, surviving family members are often left wondering whether Georgia’s Year’s Support law can protect their home...

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The IRS May Owe You Money From COVID. Here’s What You Need to Know.

A federal court has ruled that the IRS wrongly charged interest and penalties to tens of millions of taxpayers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The IRS...

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What Is Attorney-Client Privilege and How Does It Protect You in a Tax Case?

What is Attorney-Client Privilege? Attorney-client privilege is a legal rule that keeps private communications between you and your lawyer confidential. In a tax case, it...

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Standardized and Itemized Deductions Under New Georgia Tax Laws

Georgia taxpayers can claim a standard or itemized deduction on their state tax returns. They must use the same type of deduction claimed on their...

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When Is It Worth It to Hire a Tax Attorney?

Hiring a tax attorney is worth it when you have over $25k in debt, complex audits, or IRS notices you don’t understand how to handle. ...

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