We represent businesses and individuals in disputes with the Internal Revenue Service, the FTB, the SBE and other taxing agencies. We handle domestic and international matters, which include advising Non-Governmental Organizations and for profit businesses, including Internet based enterprises. Our 35 years of experience in international and domestic transactional and controversy cases give you an advantage in planning transactions. We also provide advice in defense of tax audits, tax collection matters and bankruptcy tax planning. We know the offshore asset disclosure rules and can help you properly comply.

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OUR CLIENTS

Our client base is entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals and non-governmental organizations. We help to build business and preserve assets through careful planning and through aggressive dispute representation. We help NGO’s plan for international operations

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EXPERIENCE COUNTS

We are all about helping our clients, and service comes first. Experience counts! We serve as expert witnesses for other law firms in business disputes because of our reputation. We teach taxation to graduate students at leading universities and in continuing education programs. We have even testified in legislative hearings in the California State Senate. If you have a tax problem let us help you find the right solution.

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DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL NEEDS

We recognize that many of our clients have business interests offshore or do business internationally.  We have helped eCommerce companies, including Internet gaming companies establish and maintain tax efficient business operations.

If you are a dual national we can help you with inbound and outbound investments and to do the proper reporting to avoid penalties.

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INTERNET BUSINESSES

We know and understand Internet business and how to navigate multi-national tax rules and business practices.We have represented clients in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.

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TAX DISPUTES &  TAX PLANNING

Tax disputes, including California and federal tax audits including income tax, payroll, and sales and use tax; tax appeals and collections. Cancellation of debt including short sales and forecloures; FBAR penalties; leins and levys; bankruptcy tax planning; offers in compromise. Tax planning for business and individuals, including business structure, operation and succession planning; buy-sell planning; mergers and acquisitions. Limited liability companies; partnerships and closely held business.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

“Sanford is consistently insightful and knowledgeable in both the law and in business.” July 12, 2010

Joel Bernstein, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP

worked directly with Sanford at Law Offices of Sanford I. Millar

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“I have worked closely with Sandy Millar on various corporate, nonprofit, and tax issues for many years. Mr. Millar has always delivered professional and cost effective services. I recommend him without qualification.“ January 4, 2010

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert

Jim Prince, President Democracy Council

hired Sanford as a Attorney in 2002, and hired Sanford more than once

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“I’ve worked with Sandy since the 1980s. Sandy and I worked on an offer in compromise where the total tax liabilty was reduced from $1.5 million to $70,000. A lot of tax attorneys that I’ve dealt with tell me what I can’t do. Sandy tells me what I can’t do; however, he also offers ideas of how to get it done at a minimal tax cost.” January 4, 2010

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative

Robert Cohen

hired Sanford as a Provide tax services in 1982

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“Sanford is a highly competent corporate and tax counsel, is an absolute pleasure to work with and is regarded by the gaming community to be one of the premier attorneys who service the industry.” January 4, 2010

Morden Lazarus, Principal Owner, Lazarus Charbonneau

worked directly with Sanford at Law Offices of Sanford I. Millar

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“Sandy stands at the top of his class as a tax expert. I frequently recommend Sandy to clients that require sophisticated tax advice involving corporate structuring, particularly when it involves international businesses. My clients have praised his expertise and professionalism.” January 4, 2010Anthony Cabot, Practice Group Leader – Gaming, Lewis and Roca LLP

was with another company when working with Sanford at Law Offices of Sanford I. Millar

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“Sandy is an attorney will grounded in various aspects of the law. My experience with him has included consulting for him as a forensic accountant and I have found his intellect in complex matters among the best. I work with attorneys throughout the US and am very selective of who I work for and with. Sandy is one of those I have chosen as a person of highest integrity and insight.” May 12, 2009Dick Clark, Student, American University – Kogod School of Business

was with another company when working with Sanford at Law Offices of Sanford I. Millar

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Top qualities: Personable, Good Value, On Time March 26, 2008

Charles Berman

hired Sanford as a Attorney in 2007

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