Dale O'Neal Attorneys - Fort Worth, TX

Renowned Federal Tax Litigation and Controversy Counsel in Fort Worth

Confronting aggressive tax audits, enforced collections, or serious tax penalties requires a sophisticated advocate who understands the intricate rules of federal and state taxation. At Dale O'Neal Attorneys, taxpayers in Fort Worth, throughout Texas, and across the nation find one of the most battle-tested courtroom attorneys in the field. Dale O'Neal holds a Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston and an advanced Master of Laws in Taxation from Washington School of Law. Having acted as lead counsel in more than five thousand trials during a career spanning over four decades since his admission to the Texas Bar in 1984, he brings unmatched trial authority to every client matter. Dale O'Neal is licensed to represent taxpayers before the United States Tax Court across all fifty states and has served as an adjunct law professor at Texas A and M School of Law and The University of Texas. If you need to find an attorney who can level the playing field against IRS agents, this firm delivers formidable advocacy.

Federal Tax Resolution and IRS Controversy Defense

The firm concentrates heavily on tax litigation, federal controversy defense, and resolving severe tax liabilities for individuals, executives, and business entities.

Comprehensive Tax Defense and IRS Dispute Services

Serving as formidable tax lawyers and irs dispute lawyers, Dale O'Neal and his bilingual staff handle complex disputes from preliminary administrative audits to full trials in federal tax court. Core focus areas include:

• Strategic defense in IRS and Texas state tax audits, preventing unjust tax assessments and expanding auditor scrutiny
• United States Tax Court representation, refund suits in federal district courts, and IRS injunction litigation
• Functioning as debt relief lawyers to secure offers in compromise and negotiated installment agreements for back taxes
• Immediate relief from federal tax liens, wage garnishments, and bank account levies
• First-time and reasonable-cause penalty abatement petitions to eliminate punitive financial interest and penalties
• Cryptocurrency tax controversies, undisclosed foreign bank account reporting, and criminal tax investigations

Innocent Spouse Relief and Asset Protection

Tax debt often arises unexpectedly through marital relationships. Because Dale O'Neal is also board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, he possesses unique skill in resolving tax issues arising from divorce. He regularly assists individuals with innocent spouse relief, separation of liability, and equitable relief petitions to shield them from liabilities incurred by a former spouse. Furthermore, serving as experienced estate planning lawyers and probate lawyers, he structures asset protection trusts and resolves contested inheritance tax disputes.

Recognized Accolades and Trial Leadership

Dale O'Neal is a founding fellow of the American Academy of Asset Protection Lawyers, a member of MENSA, and a longstanding honoree on Texas Super Lawyers. Recognized among the three best tax attorneys in Fort Worth, he pairs rigorous intellect with deep practical knowledge of tax court precedents. Supported by a bilingual team offering full fluency in English and Spanish, the practice provides accessible representation with convenient payment plans.

Schedule a Consultation with Dale O'Neal

Do not attempt to confront the Internal Revenue Service without veteran legal representation. When you need to hire a lawyer to resolve back taxes, stop collection enforcement, or litigate in tax court, contact Dale O'Neal Attorneys. Prospective clients can call (817) 877-5995 or email [email protected] to request an initial consultation. The office is located at 1205 North Main Street in Fort Worth, Texas, open Monday through Saturday to deliver prompt relief.