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Lacy Leonard is a skilled lawyer in Austin, Texas, specializing in tax controversy cases at both state and federal levels. With over 13 years of trial experience, she has successfully represented clients in various tax-related matters, including challenging assessments and seeking refunds. Ms. Leonard is also well-versed in state tax topics, particularly Texas sales tax and Texas franchise tax.

Ms. Leonard made history by winning the first lawsuit challenging a franchise tax assessment under the current Texas Margin Tax in the case of Taylor & Hill, Inc. v. Combs. Since then, she has continued to assist taxpayers in successfully challenging Margin Tax assessments, achieving victories in cases such as Combs v. Newpark Resources, Inc., Titan Transportation LP v. Combs, and Hegar v. CGG Veritas Services (U.S.), Inc.

In addition to her success in Margin Tax cases, Ms. Leonard has also effectively handled sales tax matters in administrative and district courts, often securing favorable resolutions without the need for a trial. She is also licensed in the U.S. Tax Court and has a proven track record of successfully resolving cases involving IRS assessments.

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