About

Stephen J. McFarlane is a seasoned tax lawyer with 33 years of experience representing businesses and individuals before the IRS and other tax authorities. He specializes in tax controversy resolution and offers services in Scottsdale, Mesa, Phoenix, and other locations in Arizona. Mr. Stephen J. McFarlane is a highly skilled tax lawyer based in Scottsdale, Arizona. With 33 years of experience, he has successfully represented businesses and individuals in a wide range of tax matters before the IRS and other federal and state tax authorities. His expertise includes handling cases in the US Tax Court, Arizona Tax Court, IRS Collections, Offers-in-Compromise, Installment Payment Plans, Appeals, Foreign Account Reporting Violations, Arizona Sales Tax (TPT) Audits, Worker’s Unemployment Tax audits, and disputes related to liens & levy release. One of Mr. McFarlane's key strengths is his ability to efficiently resolve tax issues by leveraging his extensive experience and deep understanding of IRS and ADOR agents. He is dedicated to helping his clients navigate the complexities of tax law and find effective solutions to their tax problems. Mr. McFarlane's services include Tax Litigation, Administrative Tax Audits, Tax Audits, Tax Collection Matters, Income Tax Audits, Employment Tax Issues, and State Tax Representation. He serves clients in Scottsdale, Mesa, Phoenix, Cave Creek, Glendale, Peoria, Gilbert, as well as Maricopa County, Pima County, Tucson, and Flagstaff. In conclusion, Stephen J. McFarlane is a trusted and reliable tax lawyer who is committed to providing top-notch legal representation to his clients. With his wealth of experience and in-depth knowledge of tax laws, he is well-equipped to handle even the most complex tax issues with professionalism and expertise.

Legal Issues

Tax Law

Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning

Business Law

Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Elder Law

• IRS & Arizona Tax Controversy
• Corporate and Limited Liability Company Law
• Guardianship Conservatorship
• Probate & Trust Admin
• Tax Return Preparation

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

• French: Spoken, Written
• German: Spoken

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Tax Lawyer
  McFarlane Law - A Tax Law Office
  2015
• Tax Lawyer & Partner
  Bredemann & McFarlane, PLC
  2005
• Tax & Probate Lawyer
  The Law Office of Stephen J. McFarlane, PLC
  2003
• Associate Lawyer
  Beus, Gilbert & Morrill, PLLC
  1997
• Corporate Counsel/President/CEO
  McFarlane Brewing Company, LLC
  1995
• Asst District Counsel Tax Litigation Lawyer
  Department of the Treasury
  1990
• Marketing & Sales Management
  The Ertl Company/Daisy Mfg.
  1981

Education

Associations

Costs

• Free Consultancy Service
• Payment With Credit Card

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