Taxpayer Advocate Service Office

Taxpayer Advocate Service Office is a Government office in Columbia, SC. The office acts as an independent organization within the Internal Revenue Service, working to ensure every taxpayer is treated fairly. It assists individuals who cannot resolve tax problems on their own, provides guidance on the Taxpayer Bill of Rights, and offers free tax‑preparation assistance for qualifying taxpayers. Services include help with notices, errors, refunds, international issues, small‑business concerns, and low‑income taxpayer clinics, as well as referrals to Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs. The office serves the Columbia area and holds a 3.00‑star rating based on two reviews.

The office’s approach emphasizes free, direct assistance. Callers can use the TAS Qualifier Tool to determine next steps, and those needing to open a case can download Form 911. If a case has been open for more than 30 days, taxpayers may contact the local office to speak with an advocate. The office also coordinates Problem Solving Days and Pre‑Filing Season Awareness events, drawing on more than 20 years of advocacy experience with the IRS. Low‑Income Taxpayer Clinics linked to the office provide pro bono representation, education on taxpayer rights, and multilingual support for ESL individuals.

Located at MDP‑03, 1835 Assembly Street, Room 466, the office sits on Assembly Street, just a few dozen metres from the United States Courthouse and the J. Bratton Davis United States Bankruptcy Courthouse. It is also within a short walk of the SC Department of Health & Human Services, the Jefferson Hotel memorial, and the public artwork “Right Turn on White,” each about a tenth of a mile away.

By offering independent, cost‑free advocacy, the Taxpayer Advocate Service Office provides Columbia residents with a reliable channel to address tax disputes and protect their rights within the federal tax system.

Services:

• Dispute Resolution with IRS
• Free Tax Assistance for Low Income and Seniors
• Taxpayer Assistance