We Defend Your ERC Rights
If the IRS disputes or denies your Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claim, it can feel overwhelming. You’ve worked hard to keep your employees on payroll during challenging times and claimed the ERC in good faith. Now, facing an IRS pushback, you might worry about losing the refund your business deserves. This is where our dedicated tax attorneys step in. We combine legal expertise with an unwavering commitment to fight for small business owners like you, defending your ERC rights and working to secure the credit you are entitled to.
When the IRS Disputes or Denies Your ERC Claim
IRS challenges to ERC claims usually come in the form of official notices informing you that your refund claim is being disallowed. For example, the IRS may send a Letter 105-C to deny an ERC claim (or a Letter 106-C for a partial denial). These letters explain the reasons for disallowance and outline how to appeal. As a taxpayer, you have the fundamental right to appeal an IRS decision in an independent forum, one of the tenets of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Our firm makes sure you can exercise that right effectively. If you receive such a notice, don’t panic – you have options. We will review the IRS’s rationale, explain it in plain language, and chart a plan to challenge the decision.
Comprehensive Documentation and Case Strategy
Successfully contesting an ERC denial requires a strong case backed by solid evidence. Our legal team helps you gather and prepare all the necessary documentation to prove your ERC claim was valid. This includes payroll records, financial statements, proof of a significant decline in gross receipts, or government orders that led to a COVID-19 shutdown – whatever is needed to establish your eligibility. We then craft a detailed protest letter as part of your appeal, laying out the facts, citing relevant tax law and IRS guidance, and presenting a compelling argument for why your ERC should be allowed. In short, we address each point the IRS raised and demonstrate that your business followed the rules and earned this credit.
Representation Through Appeals and Beyond
Challenging the IRS is a complex process, but you don’t have to face it alone. We act as your advocate in every interaction with the agency. Once we file your appeal, it goes to the IRS Independent Office of Appeals, where an impartial reviewer will consider your case. We handle all communication with the IRS Appeals officer, making sure your position is presented clearly and persuasively. You have the right to a fair, impartial review and a written response from the IRS on their decision and we make sure that happens. Most ERC disputes can be resolved at this level, but if not, our attorneys are prepared to take your case further. We can negotiate settlements or, if necessary, file a case in court to fight for your refund – always ensuring that critical deadlines are met and your interests are protected. Throughout the process, we keep you informed and in control, providing straightforward advice about your options and next steps.
If your ERC claim is under fire, let us evaluate your case and fight on your behalf. It’s the first step toward protecting your rights and securing your ERC refund. Schedule a Call to Protect Your Rights.