Tax
At Davis|Kuelthau we guide our clients through all areas of international, federal, state and local taxes. We continually monitor changes and developments in tax law which may affect our clients and constantly work to provide the most creative and cost-effective tax solutions. Our attorneys and certified public accountants (CPAs) assess the overall business and personal goals of our clients and match them with our knowledge of the law in order to develop the most innovative approach to resolve disputes, address tax appeals, meeting with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or the Department of Revenue. We are zealous advocates of our clients interests before administrative branches of government and in the courts.
We offer practical and straightforward advice to individuals as well as public, private and closely-held businesses. Our attorneys and CPAs guide clients through tax law in complex areas including:
- Audits, appeals and trials related to excise, sales, use, property and franchise tax
- Tax compliance and dispute resolution
- Tax advice for businesses exploring mergers, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, divestitures, and other transactions
- Tax advice for employers and individuals related to compensation
- Property tax, assessments and exemptions
- Tax litigation
We are well equipped to handle disputes with the IRS, as well as state taxing authorities. We handle all stages of tax controversy matters at both the administrative and judicial levels.
Our tax attorneys have experience in national accounting firms, with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and various governmental agencies.
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News & Events
- Davis|Kuelthau Attorney Jacqueline L. Messler Named Co-Chair of Estate Planning TeamDecember 7, 2020 - In the News Press Releases
- Davis|Kuelthau Recognized as One of 2021’s “Best Law Firms”November 5, 2020 - Press Releases
- 30 Davis|Kuelthau Attorneys Honored by The Best Lawyers in America® 2021 GuideAugust 20, 2020 - Press Releases
- Webinar | Family & Closely Held Business SummitJuly 22, 2020 - Events
- Webinar Replay – Paycheck Protection Program: Factors for Considering a LoanApril 2, 2020 - Events
- SECURE Act Seminar Series – CanceledFebruary 21, 2020 - Events
- Attorney Gini L. Hendrickson Joins Davis|Kuelthau’s Corporate TeamJanuary 28, 2020 - Press Releases
- Milwaukee Business Journal’s Economic ForecastDecember 30, 2019 - Events
- Davis|Kuelthau Appoints Robert W. Habich and Sherry D. Coley to its Board of DirectorsNovember 21, 2019 - Press Releases
- CEO Breakfast & Strategy Series 2020September 6, 2019 - Events
Publications
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Act Now – Estate Tax Planning Under the Biden Administration
January 25, 2021 -
Year-End Corporate Tax Considerations: The Essentials
December 3, 2020 -
Individual Tax Planning Following the November 2020 Elections
November 30, 2020 -
Family Business Succession Planning in the Era of Tax Uncertainty: Use Available Tax Advantages or Perhaps Lose Them
October 22, 2020 -
City of Milwaukee Board of Review Extends Property Tax Notice of Assessment Objection/Appeal Deadline to June 8, 2020
May 18, 2020 -
City of Milwaukee Property Tax Notice of Assessment Objection/Appeal Deadline – May 18, 2020
May 5, 2020 -
IRS Issues Strict Rules and Documentation Requirements for Required Paid Leave Credit, Launches Employee Retention Credit
April 1, 2020 -
CARES Act: Historic Senate Legislation to Provide Individuals with Personal Tax Rebates Among Other Tax Advantages (Updated March 27, 2020)
March 26, 2020 -
Claiming Tax Credits For Paid Leave Under The Emergency Family And Medical Leave Act And The Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act
March 26, 2020 -
CARES Act: Robust Tax Benefits for Businesses
March 26, 2020