Terrence A. Grady & Associates Co., L.P.A. – Columbus, OH

Elite Tax Litigation and White-Collar Defense

Terrence A. Grady & Associates Co., L.P.A. (now operating as Grady Dodson Law) is a premier boutique law firm located in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 2003 by Terrence A. Grady, a former federal prosecutor with the Department of Justice’s Criminal Tax Division, the firm offers a level of expertise rarely found outside of the nation’s largest legal markets. The firm specializes exclusively in complex tax controversies and financial crimes. Whether you are an individual facing an IRS audit or a corporation dealing with allegations of white-collar fraud, the attorneys here possess the deep technical knowledge and trial experience necessary to protect your interests. If you need to find a lawyer who understands the internal workings of the IRS and the DOJ, this firm is the gold standard.

Specialized Tax Advocacy

The firm’s practice is laser-focused on resolving disputes with taxing authorities. They do not dabble in other areas of law; they are specialists. Their primary services include:

• Tax Lawyers: Handling civil tax audits, appeals, and litigation in the U.S. Tax Court and Federal District Courts.
• IRS Dispute Lawyers: Negotiating sophisticated settlements, including Offers in Compromise and installment agreements for substantial tax liabilities.
• Criminal Tax Defense: representing clients under investigation for tax evasion, failure to file, and filing false returns.
• White Collar Defense: Defending against charges of money laundering, wire fraud, and structuring currency transactions.
• International Tax Compliance: Advising on foreign bank account reporting (FBAR) and voluntary disclosures.

A Reputation for Excellence

Terrence Grady and his partner, Katherine Dodson, have been consistently recognized as leaders in their field. The firm is ranked in Best Lawyers in America and holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Their clients include high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and other attorneys who refer their most complex tax matters to the firm. Unlike general practitioners, the team at Terrence A. Grady & Associates includes attorneys with advanced degrees in taxation (LL.M.) and CPA credentials (inactive). This dual legal and accounting perspective allows them to dismantle the government’s financial cases piece by piece.

Located on Capitol Square

The firm’s office is located in the historic 100 East Broad Street building, directly overlooking the Ohio Statehouse. This central location places them steps away from the federal courthouse and the heart of Columbus’s legal district. They operate with the discretion and professionalism required for sensitive financial matters. While they handle high-stakes litigation, they are also skilled at resolving matters quietly behind the scenes to minimize reputational damage. When you hire a lawyer from this firm, you are securing a powerful shield against federal and state enforcement agencies.