Diligently Preparing Taxes For Businesses And Individuals

The Law Offices of Kathleen D. Schneider maintains a robust tax law practice that includes tax planning and IRS representation, as well as qualified tax preparation for businesses and individuals. Our tax preparation lawyers serve clients from all parts of the world.

With years of experience at a large public accounting firm, eight years as tax counsel for Mellon Bank and the Federal Reserve Bank, Kathleen Schneider brings unique qualifications and breadth of experience to the practice of tax law. Call 412-342-8577 to schedule a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys for the thorough guidance you deserve.

Simplifying The Tax Preparation Process

Frequent changes in the federal, state and local tax law make preparing your own tax returns a challenge. It’s easy to overlook deductions and credits you are owed and miss opportunities to optimize your tax situation. There is no substitute for the assistance of a seasoned professional. We can provide insight and practical advice about how you can take advantage of the most recent changes to the tax laws. We can also help you find tax resolutions for problems you may be having with the IRS.

Federal, state and local income taxes — Our attorneys have experience preparing all types of tax returns, including the following:

  • Individual income tax returns
  • Business tax returns, including quarterly returns
  • Estate and trust income tax returns
  • Tax compliance related to unfiled tax returns from previous years
  • Multistate returns

Estate taxes Estates may be subject to estate tax as well as income tax. Federal tax laws apply when you have an estate worth more than $11.2 million, $22.4 million if you’re married. When you are faced with a complex estate tax problem, our attorneys will work with you to maximize your tax savings, while explaining estate planning decisions.

Gift taxes — Individuals often choose to gift money to relatives or friends in an attempt to reduce the value of their estates. The annual gift exclusion for 2018 is $15,000. The attorneys at the Law Offices of Kathleen D. Schneider can assist you in determining if you are required to file a gift tax return.

Inheritance taxes Pennsylvania inheritance taxes can take a substantial portion of an inheritance. By utilizing wills, trusts and other estate planning tools, you can mitigate this impact. Unlike the federal estate tax, there is no minimum dollar amount for the estate to be taxed; all Pennsylvania estates of any value are subject to taxation.

Contact A Qualified Attorney For Experienced Counsel

To learn how the Law Offices of Kathleen D. Schneider can help you or your business more effectively manage your tax preparation or planning needs, call our Pittsburgh office at 412-342-8577, or contact us online to schedule a free initial case consultation.