Cantu, Roberto Law Office - San Antonio, TX

Board-Certified Tax Law Representation in San Antonio

Navigating the complexities of the Internal Revenue Code requires dedicated legal acumen and seasoned financial insight. When individuals and businesses face audits, liens, or disputes with taxing authorities, effective advocacy is critical. Roberto Cantu has practiced tax law in Texas since 1990 and earned Board Certification in Tax Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 1995. Blending legal skill with a strong accounting foundation, the Law Office of Roberto Cantu delivers dedicated counsel tailored to individual financial realities. For clients who need to hire a tax lawyer to resolve serious tax disputes, the firm provides aggressive defense before administrative agencies and federal courts.

Core Practice Areas and IRS Controversy Defense

Federal tax problems can jeopardize a business or create overwhelming personal strain. Attorney Roberto Cantu assists individuals, professionals, and corporate taxpayers with a focused range of legal tax solutions:

• IRS audit representation and dispute defense during examination proceedings.
• Administrative appeals before the IRS Independent Office of Appeals.
• Litigation in the United States Tax Court contesting proposed deficiencies.
• Negotiation of installment agreements and offers in compromise.
• Relief from IRS bank levies, wage garnishments, and federal tax liens.
• Penalty abatement requests grounded in statutory reasonable cause.

IRS Audits and Administrative Appeals

An IRS examination requires careful document preparation and knowledgeable communication with revenue agents. Roberto Cantu represents clients during examinations, challenges unsubstantiated adjustments, and navigates the IRS Independent Office of Appeals to resolve controversies without prolonged litigation.

United States Tax Court Litigation

When an administrative dispute cannot be resolved and the IRS issues a Notice of Deficiency, litigation in the United States Tax Court may be required. Admitted to the Tax Court bar, Roberto Cantu prepares petitions, conducts procedural discovery, and presents compelling legal arguments to dispute wrongful tax assessments.

Tax Debt Relief and Resolution

Taxpayers seeking reputable debt relief lawyers benefit from strategic settlement solutions under the tax code. The practice assists with installment agreements, offers in compromise, penalty abatement requests, and actions to release bank levies and federal tax liens.

Professional Background and Legal Qualifications

Roberto Cantu holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law and an MBA in Accounting and Finance from Cornell University. This combination of advanced business education and legal training provides distinct advantages when analyzing complex corporate accounting records and tax filings. The firm handles issues for sole proprietorships, partnerships, and private taxpayers with diligence and precision.

Client-Focused Counsel and Bilingual Support

Effective representation begins with clear communication. As a bilingual practitioner, Roberto Cantu provides comprehensive legal assistance in both English and Spanish. Located at 1837 Fredericksburg Road in San Antonio, the practice offers scheduled consultations for taxpayers throughout the region. Whether you require representation during an ongoing IRS audit or need to find a tax attorney to resolve back tax obligations, the Law Office of Roberto Cantu delivers trusted and experienced advocacy.