Tax Law Blog

As odd as it sounds, some people may not realize they are considered Americans—until the tax man (or woman) comes calling.

Offshore tax havens project the allure of anonymity, exotic locales, and money—lots and lots of money. The real-time picture is different and draws its lines between those seeking a solid investment process and economy-trashing tax evasion.

Have you heard? A trove of financial data on the offshore banking habits of the ultra-wealthy from around the world was leaked (again). The intrigue includes trillions of dollars, 330 politicians from approximately 100 countries, 35 current and...

If you possess a foreign bank account of a certain size, this message is for you. Your FBAR report is due very soon.

Compliance is important for realizing the full benefits of offshore investment.Let’s take a look at some relatively easy ways to stay on the right side of the law when considering or maintaining foreign bank accounts or holdings.

Despite those who wish otherwise, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rarely forgets a debt, regardless of celebrity or political profile.

JP Morgan Chase is a far-flung banking colossus that offers a wide range of banking and financial services—and just cannot seem to stay out of regulatory hot water.

San Gabriel, California entrepreneurs known for their soup dumplings are putting tax evasion behind them by pleading guilty to reduced charges.

Operating a business of any size requires skill, responsibility, organization, and the ability to understand and execute on compliance issues. Sometimes proximity to stress and the company checkbook puts business owners and their company at risk if...

The application period for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Compliance Assurance Program (CAP) is now open.