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5 Best Tax Lawyers in New York (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Lorian Hartfield
By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

An IRS notice does not explain itself, and the tax lawyers in New York below range from firms handling six-figure debt resolutions to specialists focused narrowly on multi-state sales tax exposure. Ratings run from 4.8 to a perfect 5.0 across every name on this list, with review counts from 45 to 195, so the real decision is matching the firm to the specific kind of tax problem you have.

Short answer: J. David Tax Law and Sales Tax Helper both hold perfect 5.0 ratings, with J. David the deeper of the two at 104 reviews and Sales Tax Helper specializing specifically in multi-state sales tax exposure. Goldburd McCone (4.8, 195 reviews) carries the largest review base, with strength in estate and probate-related tax matters. Consultation approaches and fee structures vary, so ask directly what a first call costs.
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New York's Tax Lawyers, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Goldburd McCone LLP 4.8 ★ 195 Estate & probate-related tax matters View ›
2 J. David Tax Law 5.0 ★ 104 IRS debt resolution & tax controversy View ›
3 Sales Tax Helper LLC 5.0 ★ 60 Multi-state sales tax exposure View ›
4 Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C. 5.0 ★ 45 Complex, long-running IRS disputes View ›
5 Tax Defender USA 4.8 ★ 48 IRS debt settlement & tax preparation View ›
5 Best Tax Lawyers in New York (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Goldburd McCone LLP logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Goldburd McCone LLP

4.8195 Google reviews

Goldburd McCone LLP is a New York tax attorney firm that also handles estate planning and probate, based in the Financial District. Reviewers describe attorney Tyler Harris walking out-of-state clients through the process of settling a New York estate remotely, with clear explanations of fees before work begins. It carries the deepest review base of any firm on this list.

What people praise

  • Deepest review base on this list, at 195 reviews
  • Reviewers describe clear, upfront fee explanations before engagement
  • Strong track record specifically in estate and probate tax matters
  • Consultations available for out-of-state clients handling New York estates

Worth knowing

  • A modest share of critical reviews appears in an otherwise strong review history
Reputation scorecardrank in New York
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume195 · 97th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest pick if your tax issue is tied to an estate or probate matter, with the deepest review base backing that specialty.

Website+1212-302-9400 Directions

11 Broadway #1155, New York, NY 10004

J. David Tax Law logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

J. David Tax Law

5.0104 Google reviews

J. David Tax Law, based on 6th Avenue, focuses on resolving IRS and state tax disputes, including audits, back taxes and payment negotiations. Reviewers describe named attorneys like Erin and Sonishari closing longstanding, previously unresolved cases within weeks and providing daily updates throughout. It holds a perfect rating across the deepest positive review history of the two top-rated names on this list.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 104 reviews
  • Reviewers describe resolving cases that had dragged on for years within weeks of engagement
  • Frequent, proactive communication cited across multiple reviews
  • Handles both IRS and state-level tax disputes

Worth knowing

  • A single 4-star review appears in an otherwise flawless history
Reputation scorecardrank in New York
Rating5 / 5
Review volume104 · 92th
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest pick for an active IRS or state tax dispute, given the reviewer pattern of resolving stuck cases quickly.

Website+1646-718-5037 Directions

1177 6th Ave 5th Floor, New York, NY 10036

Sales Tax Helper LLC logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Sales Tax Helper LLC

5.060 Google reviews

Sales Tax Helper LLC, on 3rd Avenue, specializes specifically in sales tax compliance and defense, including multi-state nexus exposure and audit defense, with attorneys, CPAs and former state auditors on staff. Reviewers describe attorney Alex negotiating an over 80% reduction in a disputed liability and resolving a $185,000 exposure case tied to a business acquisition. It is a narrower specialist than the general tax attorneys on this list, but reviewers consistently cite significant dollar-figure outcomes.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 60 reviews
  • Specializes specifically in sales tax, a narrower and often overlooked exposure area
  • Reviewers cite specific, substantial reductions in disputed tax liability
  • Staffed with former state auditors alongside attorneys and CPAs

Worth knowing

  • Narrower focus than a general tax attorney, so it is not the pick for income tax or estate matters
Reputation scorecardrank in New York
Rating5 / 5
Review volume60 · 87th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clear specialist choice if your issue is specifically multi-state sales tax exposure, backed by reviewers citing real, substantial savings.

Website+1561-559-9341 Directions

600 3rd Ave 2nd floor, New York, NY 10016

Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C. logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C.

5.045 Google reviews

The Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C., based near Penn Plaza, is a solo tax attorney practice handling IRS disputes, liens and levies. Reviewers describe attorney Stephen Kass personally taking on cases that had dragged on for years with other advisors, including one case involving a $2 million IRS dispute that was resolved into uncollectible status. It holds a perfect rating with zero negative reviews recorded.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 45 reviews with zero negative reviews recorded
  • Reviewers describe resolving multi-year, high-stakes IRS disputes personally handled by the named attorney
  • Realistic, non-alarmist consultations noted by reviewers
  • Reasonable fees cited relative to case complexity

Worth knowing

  • Smaller solo practice, so availability may be more limited than a larger firm
Reputation scorecardrank in New York
Rating5 / 5
Review volume45 · 76th
Confidenceearly
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick for a complex, long-running IRS dispute, especially where previous advisors have failed to make progress.

Website+1212-843-0050 Directions

7 Pennsylvania Plaza #830, New York, NY 10001

Tax Defender USA logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Tax Defender USA

4.848 Google reviews

Tax Defender USA, on Wall Street, combines tax resolution services with accounting and tax preparation, covering IRS debt settlement, bookkeeping and annual filing. Reviewers describe named staff like Joseph and Thomas resolving significant IRS debt, including one case settling a $137,967 balance for under $1,000 through negotiation. Its review history is older than the other names on this list, so confirm current staff and pricing.

What people praise

  • 4.8 rating across 48 reviews
  • Reviewers cite substantial IRS debt settlements after other companies failed
  • Combines tax resolution with ongoing tax preparation service
  • Discounted initial consultation fee offered to new clients per one review

Worth knowing

  • Most recent reviews are older than the other names on this list, so confirm current staff and process
  • Functions more broadly as a tax resolution and accounting service than a dedicated law firm
Reputation scorecardrank in New York
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume48 · 82th
Confidenceearly
Recency2 years ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth a call for IRS debt settlement specifically, though confirm current staffing and process given its older review history.

Website+1800-593-2559 Directions

40 Wall St Ste 707, New York, NY 10005

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is each business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, measured against other New York tax lawyers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from nearly 200 reviews carries more weight than a similar score from under 100. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a tax lawyer cost in New York? (2026)

None of the businesses on this page publish a fixed fee schedule, and cost depends heavily on the complexity of the case: a straightforward consultation versus a multi-year IRS dispute or a six-figure liability negotiation. Reviewers on this list describe fees ranging from a discounted initial consultation up to substantial negotiated fees on larger cases, so ask for a clear fee structure before engaging.

Serving all of New York

These tax lawyers cover Manhattan and the wider New York metro area, with offices near the Financial District, 6th Avenue, 3rd Avenue, Penn Plaza and Wall Street. Searching for tax lawyers near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a tax lawyer

  • Is the initial consultation free, discounted, or a standard fee?
  • Does the fee structure change based on the size or complexity of the case?
  • Have you handled a case involving my specific issue, such as sales tax nexus or IRS collections?
  • How often will I get case updates, and from whom?
  • Can you represent me at the state level, federal level, or both?
  • What outcome is realistic for my situation, not just the best-case scenario?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these tax lawyers?

We started from every tax lawyer in New York with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

What is the difference between a general tax attorney and a sales tax specialist?

A general tax attorney, like most on this list, handles a broad range of IRS and state tax disputes, estate tax and audits. Sales Tax Helper specifically focuses on multi-state sales tax nexus and compliance, a narrower area that a general practice may not handle as deeply.

Can a tax lawyer really reduce an IRS debt significantly?

Reviewers on this page describe real, substantial reductions and settlements, including debts resolved into uncollectible status or negotiated down sharply. Results vary by case, so treat any specific figure as one client’s outcome, not a guarantee.

The bottom line

Goldburd McCone is the safe default for estate-related tax matters on sheer track record, while J. David Tax Law stands out for active IRS disputes needing fast resolution. Ask for a clear fee structure before you engage.

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