The Law Office of James R. Monroe - Des Moines, IA

Expert Tax Controversy and Estate Planning Counsel

The Law Office of James R. Monroe is a specialized legal practice located in the Drake neighborhood of Des Moines, dedicated to resolving complex financial and legal matters. Founded by James R. Monroe, a distinguished attorney with a Master of Laws in Taxation from New York University, the firm offers a level of expertise rarely found in a solo practice. For over 30 years, James Monroe served as a Professor of Law at Drake University, teaching the next generation of lawyers about federal income tax, business planning, and estate law. Today, he applies that same academic rigor to help individuals and businesses navigate the treacherous waters of IRS disputes and estate administration. If you need to find a tax lawyer who understands the tax code better than the agents enforcing it, James R. Monroe is the authority you need.

Resolving IRS Disputes

Dealing with the Internal Revenue Service can be intimidating. James Monroe acts as a shield between his clients and the government, handling high-stakes tax controversies such as:

• IRS Audits and Appeals: representing clients during examinations to prevent unfair assessments.
• Offers in Compromise: negotiating with the IRS to settle tax debts for less than the full amount owed.
• Tax Court Litigation: challenging IRS decisions in federal court when administrative remedies fail.
• Liens and Levies: working to release aggressive collection actions that threaten your assets and income.

Estate Planning and Probate

In addition to tax law, the firm provides comprehensive estate planning services. James Monroe helps families preserve their wealth and avoid future conflicts through the drafting of wills and trusts. He also guides executors through the probate process, ensuring that estates are settled efficiently and in compliance with Iowa law. If you are looking to hire an attorney with a deep understanding of how tax laws impact your inheritance and your business, James R. Monroe offers the sophisticated counsel you require.

With a career spanning decades of teaching and practicing tax law, James Monroe brings a unique depth of knowledge to every case, providing clear solutions to the most confusing financial problems.

Located on Forest Avenue, just across from Drake University, the office is a pillar of the local legal community. Trust your financial future to a lawyer who has spent a lifetime mastering the law.