Shadi Shaolian achieved an excellent outcome in my case -- a substantial and meaningful reduction in my tax liability and penalties. She accomplished this not just because she's smart and experienced, which of course she is (and self-effacing, caring, and efficient), but also because she creates a judgment-free zone in which to learn the facts and the history before setting out to negotiate a resolution. This is at the heart of her effectiveness. Her approach and preparation made me confident in the quality of her representation, and her results delivered on my expectations. I recommend her without reservation. read more

Dear Leading Tax Group Team, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the outstanding service you provided. I especially want to thank Attorney Shadi Shaolian and Accountant Danny Sebahar. From the very beginning, they were always in touch, kept me updated about my son's case, and returned my phone calls promptly. Their professionalism, care, and attention to detail made a very stressful situation much easier to handle. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, the case was closed in the best possible outcome for us. I truly appreciate everything they have done and highly recommend Leading Tax Group to anyone in need of excellent legal and accounting support. With gratitude, Kira B. read more

The Leading Tax Group did a fantastic job to obtain more information and help assist me. I highly recommend them!

Michael is a former irs tax attorney which means he use to work for the irs which means he has connections!!! They helped us from day one and I couldn't be more thankful. We met them in person like many others and we were impressed by their honesty. I wish more firms were like LTG. Honest and hardworking and best of all not bullshitters! read more

The Leading Tax Group assisted me in my fraudulent loss of a very large sum of money that I was to held liable for by the IRS as added income to my taxes for 2024. Not only did I lose the money to these thieves, but now I was responsible for a very large sum in taxes for the year 2024 as well. Not only did they provide indemnity for my losses, but they provided rectification in a way I never thought would happen. The total amount they fought for me as resolution was a gift from God through the quality of people the firm has employed. The knowledge of the tax law and ability to fight the IRS as my power of Attorney was outstanding to say the least! The kindness, patience and understanding given to me through my time of trauma was phenomenal by the firm. I was an emotional mess. They were pillars of strength to me in my resolution with an outstanding outcome. I would highly recommend The Leading Tax Group to anyone in need of any kind of tax assistance. They are honest, straightforward, understanding and especially kind. I dealt with the group out of Sherman Oaks. Such quality individuals. I'd like to recognize two very important individuals who made me feel like I was in Greats hands. This is a shout out to Danny S. and Peter J. God bless you both and God bless The Leading Tax Group for many years to come. I'm extremely grateful in knowing and using the tax payer advocates at this outstanding tax firm and highly recommend them to any others in need as I was. Thank you Leading Tax Group from the bottom of my heart. read more

I am so very happy that we came across Leading Tax Group. Our organization was in deep trouble with the IRS. We had depended on a former accountant and tax attorney to properly deal with payroll taxes, and eventually found out that he just made a big mess of everything. It felt as if we were bombarded by the IRS on a weekly basis, and had no idea how to move forward I made contact with the Leading Tax Group and from the first meeting, I knew they were gonna be the ones to help us get through this. They stayed in contact with us throughout the entire process, checking in with us, at least once every couple of weeks. They took a huge burden off of our shoulders. fast forward about 18 months, our issue with the IRS was resolved by way of installment agreement and we could not be happier with the outcome. They are fantastic in every single way. Michael Wells, thank you and your entire team for everything you have done for us! If ever we need assistance, they will be the first call I make. read more

All I can say is wow! My situation was so complex, after paying tens of thousands of dollars to 2 other tax attorney companies that didn't do ANYTHING to help me..... I found leading tax group on yelp!! I had my initial meeting at their office, which was amazing since both previous firms never invited me in.... Even though I paid those scums so much money. Let me explain how different LTG was vs the previous firms.... They gave me peace of mind from day 1. They protected me and my business and the irs just went away! They have real connections and they used their connections to really help me. Long story short... it took 12 months and they filed many tax returns, set us up on a great plan for resolution while also teaching me what to do different moving forward to not fall into this type of tax problem again! They informed me every week with a full case update and also gave me peace of Mind again! My tax attorney were not just tax attorneys but tax experts! I give the 11 stars! Gotta go otherwise I'd write more. read more

Shadi Shaolian at Leading Tax Group did an outstanding job. After I fought for years and years with the IRS, they were able to resolve my tax issue in 6 months with nothing owed. Thank you so much for fighting on my behalf and for all the work above and beyond what was necessary. read more

I got better results than I thought thanks to my team of tax attorneys at LTG! I didn't have to show up for any audit appointments, I never spoke to the auditor and I was never rushed on getting together my docs! All thanks to these aggressive tax attorneys that really had my back! Thank you guys very much!! I will definitely refer people to you guys!!! read more

They fully represented my business for a 3 year irs audit. They let me focus on my business and they didn't let the irs take advantage of me. This team really know what they are doing. This is not a one man show. I had 2 tax attorneys, a retired irs auditor and a cpa on my team from start to finish! Fast forward and the end results I owe a fraction of what I thought I'd owe when everything was said and done. They also got 100 percent of the penalties removed! 5 starts all the way! I'm also using them for the rest of my life to prepare my business and personal tax returns to avoid future irs audits. Thanks you so much! read more

5 star service and results all the way! My amazing tax attorney Elizabeth worked her magic like no ones business. She really cares and fought for me! I would recommend this team for anyone facing a tax problem or tax audit. The also have a retired IRS auditor that really knows the ins and outs of tax law! They helped me resolve a very very complex tax matter that many couldn't resolve. As a matter of fact I paid 2 other companies before I had leading tax group fix my issues! You guys are the best and thank you so much. read more

I was contacted by the IRS about my back taxes. I panicked first then searched for help. I found leading tax group. They took care of everything from filling my missing returns to negotiating with the IRS and FTB. They removed all my liens and also reinstated my passport. I couldn't recommend another company more than leading tax group!! Simply the best and also caring and honest. read more

I'm so grateful I found these tax experts to help me with my irs audit! I met them in person 6 months before this Covid situation started. They calmed me down and told me they were able to help me. My tax attorney had worked with my auditor on many other cases. Thank gd because the audit went very smoothly. I got a letter in the mail yesterday stating that my audit is closed and I owe nothing!! If you're facing an audit... trust me these tax experts are the greatest! read more

This is second time my restaurant business sales tax was audited and CDTFA was very detailed in the whole auditing process. I skeptically asked Leading Tax Group helping me with the case. My accountant handled the first auditing 8 years ago on sales tax with BOE but outcome was not so great. For nearly the same cost, Leading Tax Group attorney David L spent 2 years to appeal my case 3 times with outcome that resolved and no money owed to CDTFA. I am very grateful. In past two years I learned Leading Tax Group I hired was not just one attorney but a team of attorneys. I also appreciate their office would kept me updated every month. Leading Tax Group is professional and I am glad they lifted my burden during the time of auditing so I can focus on my work. read more

I would like to share my experience. This firm has helped me so much I don't even know where to begin. They got me caught up with all my past tax returns. They negotiate a very affordable payment plan and removed most of the late fees and tax penalties. They were professional from day 1. They didn't use a scare tac tic, they didn't lie to me or sell me on a false promise. They did so much more for me then that originally promised. I would recommend them and I don't recommend many companies. Oh ya they even updated me every single week! read more

This is the best team of tax attorneys in the world! I'm not advertising for them but sharing my honest opinion. Not only do they have sooo much experience but they also care. To me that is huge! Let me explain how they care. They never forced me to agree to any numbers until I was sure it worked for me. Before I hired them, my last tax attorney told me that if I don't sign this or sign that, I'll get my bank accounts levied, my paycheck will get garnished etc. this felt like my previous attorney was on the irs's side. With leading tax group, it was different from day 1! And now that my case is finally resolved, they even saved me more money that I paid them for their services. Thank you all! read more

Normally I don't leave a review but in this case its a must, Mikhail was the Rep that helped me out thought out this whole nightmare. Tax audit is never something you prepare for as a micro business owner. Its like something you hear about but never think it will happen to you. I went to a few places to consult and learn more about the process of the audit. Every time I would leave I would have even more anxiety. Even though these places were offering to help at half the price of leading tax group I didn't feel comfortable. First time meeting with leading Tax group I felt a sense of relief. They made the whole process so easy and painless. From the beginning to the end of the audit. DO NOT HIRE JUST ANYONE TO HELP YOU FIGHT THE AUDIT. HIRE THE BEST TO REPRESENT YOU. In the long run you will thank yourself you have CHOSEN LEADING TAX GROUP. read more

First, if I could give them 10 stars I would. They are outstanding. Choosing the right attorney who is going to navigate the legal system on your behalf is hard enough, but to find true experts when it comes to IRS and EDD is even more challenging. I really needed help and I was terrified of getting stuck with someone who wouldn't understand how vulnerable I was at the mercy of the government. I had met with and interviewed with several firms before I discovered Mikhail and James at The Leading Tax Group. I not only needed professional help, but I needed people who could listen to me and hopefully be empathetic to my situation. Well I cannot tell you how incredibly fortunate I was that I did not choose any of the other firms, as I met the most incredible team of experts. It wasn't just that they represented me, but the let me keep my dignity going through this battle. My wife and kids and I are so incredibly thankful to the whole firm, but especially to Mikhail who is so very sharp and did not give up! He was patient and gentle in guiding me, yet fierce when it came to defending me. I will stake my entire reputation on referring The Leading Tax group to anyone who is thinking of going up against the EDD or IRS. They were magnificent and I cannot thank them enough. They literally saved my family. read more

To anyone who needs a tax attorney I highly recommend Leading Tax Group!! They are very professional and they handle their business promptly, and ANYTIME I called I ALWAYS was able to speak to my attorney!!! They resolved my tax matter in a timely way, and I couldn't have been any happier! Thank You again for all your help! Sincerely Kelly Carlson read more