O'Neal Tax Law

Fighting for Your Rights Tax Litigation Services

Tax attorney in Fort Worth, TX (show on map)

Tax litigation and representation firm led by Dale O'Neal, with over 35 years of experience in federal tax controversies.

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About

The O'Neal Law Firm, founded by Dale O'Neal, provides seasoned tax litigation and representation services for individuals, businesses, and organizations facing federal tax controversies. With over 35 years of experience and having led over 5,000 trials, the firm specializes in audit representation, criminal tax defense, innocent spouse relief, and tax relief solutions such as offers in compromise, installment agreements, and levy releases.

Dale O'Neal is recognized for his tenacity, professionalism, and integrity, negotiating directly with the IRS to achieve affordable payment plans or suitable tax relief programs and representing clients in court when necessary.

Over 35 years of experience

Led over 5,000 trials

Board certified by the State Bar of Texas

Licensed for U.S. Tax Court in all 50 states

Services

Tax Litigation and Representation

Comprehensive representation for all phases of federal tax controversies, including litigation, criminal defense, innocent spouse relief, and tax relief solutions.

Audit Representation Criminal Tax Defense Innocent Spouse Relief Offers in Compromise Installment Agreements Levy and Garnishment Release Penalty Abatement

Cryptocurrency Tax Problems

Expert help with IRS tax problems related to cryptocurrency, including recordkeeping, foreign reporting, and defense in court.

Recordkeeping Assistance Foreign Reporting FBAR Compliance Tax Defense

FBAR Tax Problems

Legal support for taxpayers who have failed to report foreign income, including OVDP representation and FBAR filing assistance.

FBAR Filing Assistance OVDP Representation Foreign Account Reporting

Back Taxes

Help with filing delinquent tax returns, negotiating payment plans, and resolving tax debt.

Delinquent Tax Return Filing Installment Agreements Offers in Compromise Levy and Garnishment Release

Criminal Tax Defense

Legal defense against criminal tax prosecutions and investigations, including IRS investigations and penalties for tax return preparers.

IRS Investigation Defense Tax Evasion Defense Tax Fraud Defense Return Preparer Penalties

Innocent Spouse Relief

Assistance with applying for innocent spouse relief, separation of liability, equitable relief, and other provisions to protect spouses from tax liabilities.

Innocent Spouse Relief Application Separation of Liability Equitable Relief Applying for Relief

Credentials & Certifications

Board Certified by the State Bar of Texas

Licensed for U.S. Tax Court in all 50 states

Frequently Asked Questions

What is innocent spouse relief? +

Innocent spouse relief is a provision that allows a spouse who was unaware of tax deficiencies or fraudulent items on a joint tax return to be released from liability for the tax, penalties, and interest attributable to those deficiencies or fraud.

How does an offer in compromise work? +

An offer in compromise allows taxpayers to settle their tax liabilities for less than the full amount owed. The IRS considers the taxpayer's ability to pay and the amount of tax debt when evaluating the offer.

What is the process for filing back taxes? +

The process involves first filing delinquent tax returns with the assistance of a CPA, then negotiating with the IRS to minimize penalties, and finally setting up a payment plan or other resolution such as an offer in compromise.

What should I do if I am under an IRS criminal investigation? +

If you are under an IRS criminal investigation, you should immediately seek representation from a qualified tax defense attorney like Dale O'Neal, who has extensive experience in defending against criminal tax prosecutions and investigations.

How does cryptocurrency affect my tax obligations? +

Cryptocurrency transactions are subject to taxation, and accurate recordkeeping is crucial. The IRS expects taxpayers to report income from cryptocurrency exchanges, bartering, and trading. Failure to do so can result in penalties and interest, and in some cases, criminal prosecution.

What is FBAR and why is it important? +

FBAR (Foreign Bank Account Report) is a requirement for U.S. persons with foreign financial accounts exceeding $10,000 at any time during the calendar year. Filing FBAR is crucial to avoid penalties and potential criminal charges for non-compliance.