Meet Our Superstars

During the final 40 months of his IRS career, he was a Technical Advisor/Subject Matter Expert working in the Pre-Filing Technical Guidance section. View Full Bio His expertise as a TA/SME included: a) net operating losses, b) Alternative Minimum Tax, c) Accumulated Earnings Tax, d) Corporate Capital losses, e) claims for refund, and f) requests for tentative refunds. For 25 years, he taught UNICAP (IRC 263A) in the Los Angeles area.

As a Technical Advisor, he worked collaboratively with LB&I Counsel, National Office Management, Joint Committee Specialists, Learning and Education, IRS Field Training and Field/Office Personnel.

Since 2014, Gary has been an Enrolled Agent who primarily represents taxpayers involved in IRS audits. His technical expertise includes teaching on-line courses through professional providers a) CPE Link, b) Strafford Publications, and c) Online Compliance Panel.

After 40 years of experience, Gary is able to share his thoughts and accumulated expertise on a multitude of federal tax issues after securing the applicable facts and documentation. Gary has excellent recall of the Internal Revenue Code, IRS regulations, the Internal Revenue manual, and many court cases, revenue rulings, and revenue procedures.

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Elizabeth’s practice encompasses a broad spectrum of tax areas, including income taxes, employment taxes, nonprofit excise taxes, sales taxes, and property taxes. Her approach is distinguished by a personal touch, treating clients like family, and providing innovative tax analysis to resolve their issues efficiently.

Her expertise extends beyond conventional tax law practice. Elizabeth collaborates with government relations experts to tap into the network of influential figures, including United States Representatives, State Senators, Chairs of Federal and State Agencies, and California Departments of Tax and Labor. This strategic approach adds substantial value to the services she offers.

Throughout her illustrious career, Elizabeth has secured numerous victories for her clients. She has a proven track record of reversing substantial tax liabilities, including a remarkable achievement in nullifying a $2.8 million IRS payroll tax. Her successes extend to areas such as payroll tax fraud, self-dealing penalties for Private Foundations, and significant savings for businesses through astute deductions.

In addition to her recent success in private practice, Elizabeth contributes significantly to the legal community. She has served as Vice Chair of the American Bar Association’s Tax Section, focusing on the Individual and Family Income Committee. Furthermore, she imparts her knowledge as an Adjunct Professor at Chapman University School of Law, specializing in Divorce Taxation.

With a rich background in tax education, Elizabeth has taught at esteemed institutions like the University of California at Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara College of Law, where she covered a range of tax topics, including Tax Controversy, Audit Representation, Exempt Organizations, Private Foundations, and Business Planning.

Elizabeth is an outstanding tax lawyer whose diverse skill set, coupled with her proven track record, makes her an invaluable asset to Leading Tax Group. Her commitment to client success, combined with her extensive expertise, positions her as a top-tier practitioner in the field of tax law.

Handling virtually all tax matters such as tax resolution, Penalty abatement, Audits and Audit reconsiderations, she is a true advocate for the taxpayers she represents.View Less

Her expertise lies in tax resolution, collections, audits, and Tax Court settlements, where she has consistently achieved significant savings for clients. Manal’s passion for tax law extends to international tax and estate planning, areas she explored during her internship in Switzerland. She is eager to contribute to a company in both Resolution, Audit, and Tax.

Manal’s dedication to tax law is underscored by her receipt of the prestigious Gregory W. Goff Award in Tax Law, recognizing her as the top performer in the tax law curriculum at Loyola. Her proficiency in tax preparation software and her willingness to further her education demonstrate her commitment to professional growth.

In recent roles, Manal excelled in guiding clients through audits, negotiating penalties, and building strong relationships with tax authorities. She also played a crucial role in streamlining operations and mentoring colleagues to enhance overall efficiency. With a track record of success at reputable firms, Manal brings a wealth of experience in negotiating with tax authorities, preparing offers in compromise, and handling various tax resolution strategies.

Manal is a licensed California Attorney, equipped with strong supervisory skills, making her an invaluable asset in any tax law firm. Her dedication to achieving the best outcomes for clients, combined with her extensive expertise, positions her as an invaluable addition to Leading Tax Group.

“You must under promise, and over deliver.” He experienced several philosophies and style differences with different tax firms prior, and eventually prioritized the importance of being an honest broker with the clientele, a priority not always present in prior firms he’s worked for. He also knows the importance of frequent communication with the clientele, so as to ensure that clients are never in need nor in the dark on their case. He quickly gained the respect of those clients He serves, and now manages the team at Leading Tax Group.He truly believes that Leading Tax Group employs these honest credos, and promotes these ideals with the team he manages to vastly improve the client experience, as well as the outcome of their tax cases.

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This is a true and invaluable application to the process not always provided as a service elsewhere, as our mission is to help the tax accounts and not create harmful exposure in the process. With Javier…it all adds up. View Less

His industry knowledge includes manufacturing, food and beverage, retail and distribution, professional services, medical and dental practices, fund management, car rental and transportation, entertainment, and real estate to name a few. Darius is a licensed CPA in the State of California.

Vanessa, like all Case Managers at LTG, keeps the clients informed and clear on what is needed to keep momentum in her cases. She is also focused on what will be needed for the future of her cases. This habit truly helps the clients forecast when data may be needed to support the case on down the line.

He is also a kind ear to the trials and tribulations of our clients. This empathy a rare skillset today.View Less