The Tax Defenders of River Forest is a tax attorney firm in River Forest, IL. The firm specializes in resolving IRS and state tax controversies for individuals and business owners. Services include handling back taxes, audits, and appeals. The company is veteran owned and has been in operation since 2002. It reports having handled over 19,000 cases and holds a rating of five stars based on more than 200 reviews. The firm is BBB A+ Rated and lists memberships in the American Bar Association, the American Institute of CPAs, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
The practice is led by Joe Hanley, President, and Kelly Hanley, Director of Resolution. Joe Hanley served five years in the United States Marine Corps, including combat in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The team includes licensed tax attorneys, CPAs, and Enrolled Agents such as Samantha Davis, Rick Reiter, Megan Beseth, Barry Nelson, and Ashley Schoot. The group brings over 100 years of combined experience, including former IRS Counsel, ex-national law firm attorneys, ex-state enforcement attorneys, and a former Big Four CPA. The firm handles every case personally rather than using call centers or case managers. Clients work directly with the team by phone or email. The firm deals with the IRS directly on behalf of the client.
The office is located at 125 S Wacker Dr Suite 303.
The firm serves clients nationwide and offers in-person appointments in the Chicago Loop, Oak Park, and Naperville. The team discusses cases internally to find the best strategy, combining the expertise of attorneys, CPAs, and Enrolled Agents. The firm provides full support with taxes after the case concludes.
The Tax Defenders of River Forest provides direct access to licensed professionals with deep IRS expertise for individuals and businesses in the Chicago area.