Tax Evasion Defense Upper Marlboro MD | IRS & State Fraud Attorney
Written by Jonathan L. Haskell, Esq.
If you’re under investigation for tax evasion, I can tell you from experience—this is not the time to gamble or go silent.
Whether it’s the IRS or the State of Maryland knocking, you need serious legal representation that knows how to respond, negotiate, and protect everything you’ve worked for.
At Haskell & Dyer, we handle tax fraud cases with the urgency and precision they require.
What Is Tax Evasion?
Tax evasion is a criminal offense.
It’s not just “missing a payment” or filing late.
It means the government believes you willfully tried to avoid paying taxes—by underreporting income, inflating deductions, hiding assets, or using offshore accounts.
You may be charged with:
- Federal tax fraud or evasion (IRS)
- Maryland state tax violations
- Failing to file returns
- Filing false returns
- Structuring transactions to avoid detection
And remember—civil penalties are just the start.
If the government believes your actions were deliberate, criminal prosecution is on the table.
IRS & State Investigations Move Fast
Here’s what happens behind the scenes once you’re flagged:
- The IRS or state comptroller may already have documents, account records, and whistleblower tips.
- A Revenue Agent or Special Agent may start interviews—often unannounced.
- You might be served with a summons, audit letter, or grand jury subpoena.
By the time you hear from them, the case is already underway.
Your first move should be calling a defense attorney—not your accountant—because this is now a criminal matter.
My Strategy: Protect Your Freedom and Finances
When I take on a tax evasion case, my goal is clear: keep you out of prison and minimize the financial fallout. That means:
- Challenging the claim of willfulness: Honest mistakes happen, and I make sure the government knows the difference.
- Contesting the numbers: I work with forensic accountants to review what the IRS claims you owe.
- Shielding you from overreach: I intervene early to stop aggressive agents from crossing the line.
- Negotiating alternative resolutions: Sometimes, the best move is resolving the matter with a civil settlement, offer in compromise, or reduced charge.
Why Haskell & Dyer?
Tax fraud cases aren’t just legal—they’re personal, financial, and reputational. You need someone who knows how the system works, how agents think, and what prosecutors need to prove. That’s where I come in.
- Experience with both IRS and state prosecutions
- Skilled in negotiation and trial defense
- Strategic, discreet, and unflinching in complex cases
- Clear guidance and direct communication at every step
“The IRS brings in agents and lawyers. You need someone in your corner who’s just as sharp—and who knows how to hit back.”
— Jonathan L. Haskell, Esq.
Don’t Wait for the Next Letter or Knock on the Door
If you’ve been contacted by the IRS, state tax authorities, or suspect you’re under audit or criminal investigation—don’t wait.
Let me help you get ahead of the charges before they control the outcome.
👉 Book your consultation online now or call us directly at 301-627-5844.
