Moskowitz LLP
Law Firm in San Francisco, CA
At Moskowitz LLP, we are guided by Senior Partner and Tax Attorney Steve Moskowitz, who recognizes how tax difficulties can disrupt or even destroy the financial stability of individuals and business owners. With over three decades of experience practicing tax law in San Francisco, he has devoted his professional efforts to helping clients throughout California and across the country resolve tax matters and regain stability. His deep understanding of tax law, combined with extensive experience in courts and before tax authorities, enables him to assess complex situations and determine effective courses of action.We are a full-service tax law firm made up of attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents offering comprehensive services, including tax resolution, tax preparation, tax audit representation, tax litigation, employee retention credits (ERC), accounting and bookkeeping, estate planning, tax planning, business formation services, and criminal tax representation. We handle IRS and state tax collection matters with firm legal advocacy and provide tax preparation designed to reduce liability and maintain compliance. We also represent clients during audits and criminal tax investigations, where stakes are especially high. Our team works collaboratively to deliver tailored solutions, and we serve clients nationwide, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake City.
Areas Served
- We Serve Clients Nationwide, Including in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake City.
Business Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights & Specialties
- Experienced tax attorneys serving clients nationwide since decades
- Comprehensive tax resolution, audit defense, litigation, and planning services
- Aggressive legal representation for IRS and state tax matters
- Over thirty years experience in California tax law practice
- Strategic tax preparation and compliance for businesses individuals
- Personalized defense helping resolve complex tax issues efficiently
Professional Associations & Certifications
- BBB Accredited Business A+
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Products & Services
Tax Resolution
read moreOur firm delivers comprehensive assistance in resolving complex tax matters with federal and state authorities. We represent clients facing collection actions, compliance issues, and audit challenges. We develop customized strategies including settlements, installment agreements, and penalty relief. Our goal is to protect rights and support long-term financial stability through effective resolution.
Tax Preparation
read moreOur tax preparation service is designed to assist individuals and businesses with accurate and compliant filing. We organize and prepare returns with careful attention to detail and current tax requirements. Our team works to identify all allowable deductions and credits under the law. We provide efficient support to simplify the tax filing process.
Tax Audit Representation Services
read moreWe offer IRS and state tax audit defense services for individuals and businesses. Our seasoned tax attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents safeguard your rights and reputation. We provide audit representation supported by decades of experience handling complex tax disputes. We manage income, payroll, sales, and specialized audits to minimize risk and achieve strong outcomes.
Tax Litigation
read moreWe guide clients through Tax Court proceedings, where cases are reviewed by impartial judges with deep tax law expertise. Our approach includes thorough preparation, identifying legal arguments, and using litigation pressure to support fair settlements when possible. We focus on presenting well-structured cases designed to challenge IRS determinations effectively.
Criminal Tax Defense
read moreTarget letters, subpoenas, and grand jury inquiries often signal escalating federal criminal tax exposure. We assess potential charges and develop strategies for pre-indictment advocacy with government authorities when appropriate. Our representation focuses on structured responses to preserve defenses and reduce exposure during investigations. We coordinate document production and communications to support a disciplined legal approach.
Estate Planning
read moreAt Moskowitz LLP, we guide clients through the process of creating comprehensive estate plans that safeguard wealth and reduce risk. Our team evaluates each situation to determine the most effective combination of legal tools. We design strategies intended to limit taxes while maintaining control and flexibility over assets. Our goal is to ensure a smooth and secure transfer of property.
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Raquel Herrera
Feb 06, 2026
What more can I say? Thank you, Ms. Carey Gay for your professionalism, patience, understanding and kindness. I got the services that I needed from Moskowitz LLP. I highly recommend this firm.
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Susan Frederick
Jan 26, 2026
Always 5 star. Been using this company for almost 40 years. Never disappointed. They are professional, knowledgeable and responsive. The manager, Erin Humbles, is a rock star. Any inquiry, she resolves promptly with the utmost in professional courtesy . This year my preparer was Juan. As with all their preparers, they are knowledgeable of all the current tax laws and their proper applications. Juan Ojeda, made valuable proposed suggestions for our return, returned correspondence within minutes, and answered all our questions knowledgeably and patiently. Highly recommend
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Cerrito Classics Friends Of The Cerrito
Sep 26, 2025
Even on the busiest of days, tax day, yesterday, Steve Moscowitz and his firm's people took my call and gave me their full attention. I highly recommend Steve Moscowitz not just for his tax expertise, but his friendly demeanor.
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Karen Matern
Jun 30, 2025
The Moskowitz Law Firm has helped our family tremendously. I am so glad I called them when I did because they immediately jumped in to help us and literally lifted a weight off our shoulders. From that first call with Steve Moskowitz to the many many emails and phone calls with various staff members, they always handled things professionally, efficiently and respectfully. Whenever I called, I usually got directly to the person I was calling, but if they werent available, whoever answered the phone would help me. Also, emails were replied to within a day. I cant say enough good things about them! They get the highest of recommendations from me and my family!
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Bob Rossi
Jun 27, 2025
I have used Steve Moskowitz and his excellent Staff twice in the
past two years regarding ERTC matters and on both occasions
the matters were resolved under 6 months. The arrangement was
a one time fee based amount which allowed me to make a sound
financial decision to recoup my monies from the IRS. Would encourage everyone to listen to the radio commercial and put
the matters in the hands of professionals who deal with these issues on a daily basis. The introduction with Steve personally
getting on the phone and stating the arrangement and leaving
me with the confidence that the matter was going to be taken
care of to my expectations was all that I needed to make the
commitment to his Firm. Keep up the good work
Bob R Pleasanton Calif
past two years regarding ERTC matters and on both occasions
the matters were resolved under 6 months. The arrangement was
a one time fee based amount which allowed me to make a sound
financial decision to recoup my monies from the IRS. Would encourage everyone to listen to the radio commercial and put
the matters in the hands of professionals who deal with these issues on a daily basis. The introduction with Steve personally
getting on the phone and stating the arrangement and leaving
me with the confidence that the matter was going to be taken
care of to my expectations was all that I needed to make the
commitment to his Firm. Keep up the good work
Bob R Pleasanton Calif
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Chris Cardamone
Apr 14, 2025
WOW! Steve, Sheri, Mark, and Fengying have always provided the most fidelity, professional, concise, confident, and brilliant guidance. Superheroes sometimes don't always wear a cape - but look up to the sky in SF there are a few flying!
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On The Go Transport
Feb 20, 2025
The Moskowitz team are all very professional, they listen well, and they will understand your particular tax issues. They can design a specific tax plan for your needs as they did for me. Trust in their experience as I did."
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Rob Wood
Feb 12, 2025
I reached out to Moskowitz LLP for help pursuing ERC reimbursement from the IRS. I had no luck making any progress on my own, and although the government stopped processing for a considerable time, Moskowitz was able to leverage their contacts to expedite and ultimately resolve the long-awaited reimbursement. Very professional, responsive and capable, highly recommend them for any type of business matters that need legal help.
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Rob Adamson
Jan 26, 2025
I applied and was approved for 4 ERC payments and only received 3. I waited for approximately 1 year to get the final payment without success. I contacted Steves office frequently trying to get an answer of when I would get the final payment. I was offered an accelerated program that Steve suggested and I got my final payment in full before I even got the bill from my credit card company for the fee. All I can say is it was super quick and well with the extra fee to secure the paymentthanks to Steve and his staff!!
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Laurie Fusia
Nov 12, 2024
We started working with Moskowitz LLP for 2022 tax returns after coming out of the pandemic and having a really difficult time finding a new CPA. We are literally a Mom & Pop business and a very small account for a CPA firm. Moskowitz took us on and guided us through the COVID intricacies. I was having a terrible time switching to QuickBooks online and Zhanna Mironova held my hand and with patience and a lot of hard work got me through. I can't thank her and the whole team at Moskowitz enough!
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Steven Sager
Sep 22, 2024
As a real estate broker and attorney I had prior occasions to hear Moskovitz talk on tax matters in professional meetings. I therefore knew that as a CPA and attorney, he was knowledgeable.
When I had a tax matter arise for a business entity I controlled, I contacted his tax law office.
I initially thought the fee he quoted was a bit high. I went with the firm anyway .
The results from their representation were fine and the amount of work they spent on the case justified the fee charged.
When I had a tax matter arise for a business entity I controlled, I contacted his tax law office.
I initially thought the fee he quoted was a bit high. I went with the firm anyway .
The results from their representation were fine and the amount of work they spent on the case justified the fee charged.
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Bruce Conroy
Aug 31, 2024
Want to give a Very High recommendation to Steve MoskowitzLLP and his staff - Jialin; Mary; and Sheri. They addressed my tax issues with outstanding results saving me a substantial amount of taxes due, far exceeding my expectations.
. They answered all my questions, concerns, and options and I will continue to utilize their professional services and expertise for all my past, present, and future tax matters.
. They answered all my questions, concerns, and options and I will continue to utilize their professional services and expertise for all my past, present, and future tax matters.
Kenny Wardell
Apr 07, 2024
After hearing Steve on KCBS Radio I decided to give him a call and I'm so glad I did. Absolutely thrilled with Moskowitz LLP!
Steve and the whole team are top-notch. They handled a very complex case like pros from day one, keeping me in the loop the whole way.
Their attention to detail and dedication are impressive. You're not just a number here; they genuinely cared about my situation. Communication was always on point, and they were quick to answer my questions.
I can't recommend Steve and his team at Moskowitz LLP enough. If you want a team that's passionate, knows their stuff, and has your back, these are the folks to call.
Steve and the whole team are top-notch. They handled a very complex case like pros from day one, keeping me in the loop the whole way.
Their attention to detail and dedication are impressive. You're not just a number here; they genuinely cared about my situation. Communication was always on point, and they were quick to answer my questions.
I can't recommend Steve and his team at Moskowitz LLP enough. If you want a team that's passionate, knows their stuff, and has your back, these are the folks to call.
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Chris Meadors
Mar 09, 2024
I worked with this organization for estate planning. They were incredibly thorough, responsive, and supportive with a very complicated and sensitive topic. We have such a better set up now then we did before. They continue to be supportive with yearly check-ins to make sure we update our documents to keep things current.
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Jeff Gota
Feb 20, 2024
I recently used Moskowitz LLP for the employee retention credit (ERC) . Steve personally took my call and explained everything thoroughly. His staff was extremely helpful and professional through the whole process. I have received the money from the ERC and i am ecstatic. Thank you Steve for helping me with this. Based on my experience, I would highly recommend Moskowitz Llp.
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Tony Rhein
Dec 09, 2023
Steve has been a trusted resource for me and my family for over 10 years. He is very personable and can relate to ANY circumstance you might have because of his nearly 40 years of experience. What I appreciate most about Steve is that he took the stigma, or the fear out of the equation and helped me to realize that there is always a solution, and Steve always finds one.
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Rocky May
Sep 15, 2023
Steve and his team not only sorted through my personal tax issues, but those of my father's estate as well. They took a great load off my shoulders; thank you!
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Chris Young
Sep 06, 2023
My company has been doing business with Steve Moskowitz for over 30 years. I've personally done business with Steve for 15+ years. In that time, I have found Steve to be truthful, knowledgeable and extremely helpful with his counsel. Steve has been very honest and upfront with me, which I for one appreciate because I don't want my attorney to soft peddle the facts. I've recommended Steve to friends and his recommendations and counsel to me and my friends have been spot on.
Most recently, not only did Steve and his team help me with my living trust (efficient, excellent advice and counsel!), we had a tax issue with my 92 year old mother's return....in a matter of moments, they found the error of a vendor who told us she would have to pay taxes, and saved her thousands!! I also was able to listen to several of his podcasts....very informative and helpful! I find his integrity to be beyond reproach and would highly recommend Steve to ANYONE!!.
Most recently, not only did Steve and his team help me with my living trust (efficient, excellent advice and counsel!), we had a tax issue with my 92 year old mother's return....in a matter of moments, they found the error of a vendor who told us she would have to pay taxes, and saved her thousands!! I also was able to listen to several of his podcasts....very informative and helpful! I find his integrity to be beyond reproach and would highly recommend Steve to ANYONE!!.
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Paul Mccaffrey
Aug 11, 2023
A few words about Steve Moskowitz and his services...I met Steve over ten years ago and he has done a tremendous job for me and my family. Perhaps most importantly, he has eliminated any worries, concerns, and apprehensions I might have had connected to paying taxes. The peace of mind he's brought me is really beyond price! I highly recommend Steve and the services he provides. On top of all of that, he is a really nice guy that I trust.
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Darrell Batteux
Dec 01, 2022
To whom ever reads this:
I would like to start out by stating that the situation that I found myself in was completely of my own doing. When I supplied my tax preparer with my information I failed to realize that I did not have all of my 1099s for that year. So he could not input materials that he was not supplied.
When you have someone prepare your taxes and something does not seem correct question it.
It seemed to me that my tax amount should have been higher but I did not question it at the time.
My experience with Moskowitz LLP was very good. I received a letter from the IRS stating that I had unreported income of nearly 400K and that they believed that I owed approximately 82K in back taxes.
I immediately called Moskowitz LLP whom I had heard advertise on the radio that they could deal with items like this, I left a message. That same day I received a call from Mr. Moskowitz and had a discussion on what I believed had happened (these funds were from an inheritance not income). He explained how his company worked, with a flat rate down payment (which to a 70 year old seemed a little expensive, but after thinking about it in these times it really wasnt unreasonable) that covered I believe the first 30 hours of his firms time, and if it took longer than this to resolve the issue that there would be an hourly charge accordingly. He also stated that in the end I might end up owing IRS the full amount but he hoped that I would not.
The system that they have is very easy to use even for a 70 old. I down loaded copies of the initial letter from the IRS to get started then downloaded further correspondence as I received it.
It took a couple of months with them going back and forth with IRS but the issue was resolved with me owing the IRS approximately 3.3K instead of the 82K they were originally looking for.
I would have no hesitation telling anyone to go to Moskowitz LLP with any issue regarding the IRS.
I would like to start out by stating that the situation that I found myself in was completely of my own doing. When I supplied my tax preparer with my information I failed to realize that I did not have all of my 1099s for that year. So he could not input materials that he was not supplied.
When you have someone prepare your taxes and something does not seem correct question it.
It seemed to me that my tax amount should have been higher but I did not question it at the time.
My experience with Moskowitz LLP was very good. I received a letter from the IRS stating that I had unreported income of nearly 400K and that they believed that I owed approximately 82K in back taxes.
I immediately called Moskowitz LLP whom I had heard advertise on the radio that they could deal with items like this, I left a message. That same day I received a call from Mr. Moskowitz and had a discussion on what I believed had happened (these funds were from an inheritance not income). He explained how his company worked, with a flat rate down payment (which to a 70 year old seemed a little expensive, but after thinking about it in these times it really wasnt unreasonable) that covered I believe the first 30 hours of his firms time, and if it took longer than this to resolve the issue that there would be an hourly charge accordingly. He also stated that in the end I might end up owing IRS the full amount but he hoped that I would not.
The system that they have is very easy to use even for a 70 old. I down loaded copies of the initial letter from the IRS to get started then downloaded further correspondence as I received it.
It took a couple of months with them going back and forth with IRS but the issue was resolved with me owing the IRS approximately 3.3K instead of the 82K they were originally looking for.
I would have no hesitation telling anyone to go to Moskowitz LLP with any issue regarding the IRS.
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Key People

Steve Moskowitz
Senior Partner & Tax Attorneyread moreSteve Moskowitz knows that clients lives and livelihoods can be upended or even destroyed when tax trouble arises. As a tax attorney in San Francisco for more than 30 years, Steve has made it is his personal mission to help business owners and individual clients in California and Nationwide successfully resolve tax issues and go on with their lives.

Paul Vargas
Managing Attorneyread morePaul is a keystone of our many departments. He coordinates our tax preparation, ERC cases, and tax resolution services, as well as our corporate formation and governance, and mergers and acquisitions work. And he manages all this while performing legal services for the firm on behalf of our clients: representing clients for tax court, in audits, and providing legal opinions for the numerous high-stakes cases and controversies Moskowitz LLP resolves.