A Tax Attorney Who Prepares Your Return and Defends It
We are a tax attorney practice in Wexford, PA, where the founding partner who prepares your return also defends it before the IRS and state and local taxing authorities, so you never have to rebuild your case with someone new.
Most tax preparers are not attorneys, and when a return is flagged, they often refer you elsewhere. At Ventresca & Ventresca LLP, a founding partner with about 34 years of practice experience handles your return, your correspondence, and your defense directly, from the first filing to the last response.
Our Wexford office serves individuals, families, and business owners across Pittsburgh and the surrounding region, and we offer additional representation in Philadelphia and Florida.
Tax Returns Prepared by the Attorney Who Can Stand Behind Them
A return is only as strong as the person who can explain it. When the attorney who prepared your filing also knows how to defend it, questions from a taxing authority are answered by someone who already understands the numbers and the reasoning behind them.
We prepare and file returns for individuals, families, and businesses, and we pay close attention to how each entry will read if it is ever reviewed.
- Individual tax return preparation and filing.
- Business tax return preparation and filing.
- Responses to notices and correspondence from taxing authorities.
Tax Return Preparation
We prepare and file individual and business returns with close attention to how each entry will read if it is ever reviewed. Because an attorney handles your filing, any question from a taxing authority is answered by someone who already knows your return.
Tax Audit Defense
When an IRS or state or local audit notice arrives, we handle the correspondence, the documentation, and the process on your behalf. Our record before taxing authorities extends to Tax Court, so a contested matter stays with the attorney who knows your case.
Audit Defense With a Strong Record Before the IRS
An audit notice can range from a request for a few documents to a full examination of your financial records. Our tax audit defense work draws on a strong record before the IRS and state and local taxing authorities, including representation in Tax Court when a matter is contested.
You do not have to face the process alone. We communicate with the taxing authority on your behalf and keep you informed at each stage.
Reviewing the Notice
We read the notice carefully, confirm what is being asked, and identify any deadline you need to meet.
Gathering Documentation
We help you assemble the records that support what was reported on your return.
Communicating With the Taxing Authority
We handle correspondence and conversations directly so you are not answering questions on your own.
Resolving or Appealing the Findings
We pursue a resolution and, where the findings are disputed, we pursue the available appeal options.
Representing You in Tax Court
When a dispute cannot be resolved administratively, we represent you before the Tax Court.
Who We Work With
Our tax clients include individuals filing complex returns, business owners managing multiple income sources, and anyone who has received a notice from the IRS or a state or local taxing authority. We also work with clients referred by other attorneys when a matter crosses into tax territory that requires legal counsel.
If you have received a notice, call before you respond. Early guidance often makes the difference between a simple correction and a prolonged dispute.
Our Process Makes It Simple
Here’s how we make estate planning in St. Louis approachable and efficient:
Practical Guidance, Not Pressure
Book a 15-minute call—we’ll discuss your needs and answer your questions.
2. Explore Your Options
We’ll explain wills vs. trusts and help you decide what works best for your life.
3. Draft and Review
Every document is carefully created and clearly explained.
4. Sign With Confidence
You leave knowing exactly what your plan covers and how it works.
Answers Before You File, Respond, or Appeal
What happens during a tax audit, and do I need an attorney?
A tax audit is a review of a filed return to verify that the reported information is accurate. You are not required to have an attorney, but one matters most when the audit involves significant amounts, complex business income, or possible penalties. An attorney can communicate with the taxing authority for you and, if necessary, represent you in Tax Court.
Can an attorney prepare my tax return?
Yes. We prepare and file individual and business returns. The advantage is continuity, because the attorney who prepared your return can also respond if it is questioned.
What should I do if I receive an IRS notice?
Read it carefully, note any response deadline, and contact us before replying. Many notices ask for documentation or a correction, and a clear, timely response can keep a small issue small.
What is Tax Court, and when is it necessary?
Tax Court is a federal court where you can dispute a tax determination before paying the amount in question. It becomes relevant when an audit or appeal does not resolve the disagreement. We represent clients in Tax Court when a contested matter reaches that stage.
Do you handle audits from state and local taxing authorities?
Yes. We represent clients before the IRS and before state and local taxing authorities. The process and deadlines differ from one authority to the next, and we manage them for you.
Serving Wexford, Pittsburgh, and Beyond
Our primary office is in Wexford, PA, and we serve clients throughout the Pittsburgh metro area, including Allegheny, Butler, Beaver, Washington, and Fayette Counties. We also represent tax clients in Philadelphia and Florida.
If your tax matter involves income or property in more than one state, we have the licensure and experience to address it.
