Elizabeth Gonsalves — Los Angeles Tax Attorney for Complex Tax Controversy and Ultra-High-Net-Worth Clients
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Representing individuals and businesses committed to resolving their most complex tax matters with integrity. When you come prepared to do the right thing, the outcome changes everything.
The Practice
A tax controversy firm built on principle, not volume.
The Law Office of Elizabeth Gonsalves is a tax controversy resolution practice owned and operated by a licensed California attorney authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS under Circular 230.
We represent individuals, business owners, and corporate entities facing the most complex and consequential tax matters — including liabilities in excess of $3 million, fraud penalty defense, Appeals hearings, and multi-state controversies.
Our practice has successfully prevented asset seizures, protected businesses from closure, negotiated lien subordinations, and resolved high-stakes disputes with both federal and state revenue agencies.
By maintaining a deliberately limited client roster, we provide a level of personal attention and strategic depth that far exceeds the service delivered by high-volume tax resolution companies.
When you contact our office, you speak directly with Elizabeth and her team — experienced attorneys and staff dedicated to your case. Not a salesperson, not an intake coordinator.
“I will advocate for you, explain to you your rights as taxpayers, and guide you throughout the entire process of collections or other tax controversies that you present to me.”
Elizabeth GonsalvesElizabeth Gonsalves
California Licensed Attorney · UC Berkeley · Golden Gate University School of Law
Elizabeth Gonsalves attended the University of California, Berkeley where she double majored and received degrees in Mass Communications and Rhetoric. She went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco and was admitted to the California Bar in June 2007.
Ms. Gonsalves initially focused her practice on real property law, contract law, and tort litigation before transitioning to tax resolution — where she discovered her calling as a taxpayer advocate.
She has spent years representing taxpayers before both federal and state agencies, negotiating settlement of tax liabilities, securing lien subordinations, prevailing in Appeals hearings, and successfully arguing against the assessment of fraud penalties. Her experience includes representing clients with large-dollar tax liabilities in excess of $3 million — including matters involving tens and hundreds of millions of dollars in tax controversy.
Why She Built Her Own Firm
After years providing tax resolution services as an employee, Elizabeth often discovered that her employers’ priorities were sales-driven rather than service-centric. This was fundamentally at odds with the standard of ethical, quality representation she demanded of herself.
In May 2011, she founded her own practice — committed to controlling the quality of service at every level. She previously co-trained and supervised a staff of twenty case workers handling high-end clients with severe tax liabilities, and she carried that institutional knowledge into a firm built on her own terms.
Earlier in her career, Ms. Gonsalves interned at the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office and worked full-time with Land Developers & Associates, a multi-million dollar real estate development corporation — experience that gives her a rare understanding of the business structures and asset portfolios her clients bring to the table.
Areas of Focus
Strategic representation across the full spectrum of tax controversy.
IRS Audit Defense
Correspondence audits, field examinations, audit reconsideration, and fraud penalty defense.
Read more →Asset Protection & Levy Defense
Bank levy release, wage garnishment relief, and defense against seizure of assets.
Read more →Tax Lien Resolution
Lien release, subordination, and discharge. Protecting credit and real estate transactions.
Read more →Offer in Compromise
Settle tax liabilities for less than owed. Financial analysis and strategic positioning.
Read more →Corporate & Payroll Tax
Payroll delinquencies, trust fund recovery penalty, and employment tax resolution.
Read more →Installment Agreements
Structured payment plans protecting assets while establishing manageable obligations.
Read more →Penalty Abatement
Relief from failure-to-file and failure-to-pay penalties compounding on balances.
Read more →Innocent Spouse Relief
Relief from joint tax liability. Three claim types for qualifying spouses.
Read more →Sales & Use Tax
State sales tax delinquencies, audit challenges, and multi-state use tax resolution.
Read more →The Approach
Integrity, precision, and an unwavering commitment to your best outcome.
Ethical First
Every client has a unique issue. We work from a place of integrity and cooperation to bring the right materials forward and bring our clients back into compliance. This practice was built because the tax resolution industry needed a higher standard.
Strategic Depth
We conduct a thorough financial analysis, review all IRS and state records, and develop a strategy tailored to your specific situation before any negotiation begins. Our goal is not just to resolve — but to protect what you have built.
Direct Access
You will speak directly with Elizabeth and her team of experienced attorneys and staff. A deliberately limited client roster ensures the level of attention your matter demands. No intake coordinators. No runaround. Elizabeth is personally involved in every case she takes.
“My passion is in being an ethical, forthright, and determined advocate for every cause and action that I take on. Let me put my best efforts forward for you.”
Insights
Elizabeth on tax strategy, compliance, and controversy resolution.
Why Hire a Tax Attorney
Elizabeth shares insights from clients about why they chose professional representation.
High Net Worth Clients
Representing individuals and businesses with complex, high-value tax matters.
IRS Audits Explained
What to expect and how to prepare for an IRS audit.
Default Assessments
How default assessments arise and strategies to address them.
Estimated Tax
Understanding estimated tax obligations and avoiding penalties.
Client Testimonials
Real results. Real clients. In their own words.
28 verified reviews
“Settled our near-seven-figure tax liability for pennies on the dollar. Elizabeth is truly exceptional at what she does.”
“The IRS seized our bank accounts. Elizabeth got the funds released within hours and handled our NJ case remotely.”
“Ethical, collaborative approach. Working with an actual attorney versus tax resolution companies makes all the difference.”
“Two other companies failed to help us. Liz succeeded in getting an IRS agreement where others couldn't.”
“Won my penalty abatement appeal. When the IRS first denied it, she went back and fought for me.”
“A good attorney but a good person first. That combination is rare and invaluable.”
“Sorted out my problem in 2 hours that took 2 months with others. Then refused payment.”
“Meticulous, knowledgeable, and takes the extra effort to get the best resolution possible.”
“Owed $500K to the IRS. Elizabeth handled all communication and interface with the IRS for us.”
“Knowledgeable, extremely pleasant, and generous with her time. She goes the extra mile for her clients.”
“Settled our near-seven-figure tax liability for pennies on the dollar. Elizabeth is truly exceptional at what she does.”
“The IRS seized our bank accounts. Elizabeth got the funds released within hours and handled our NJ case remotely.”
“Ethical, collaborative approach. Working with an actual attorney versus tax resolution companies makes all the difference.”
“Two other companies failed to help us. Liz succeeded in getting an IRS agreement where others couldn't.”
“Won my penalty abatement appeal. When the IRS first denied it, she went back and fought for me.”
“A good attorney but a good person first. That combination is rare and invaluable.”
“Sorted out my problem in 2 hours that took 2 months with others. Then refused payment.”
“Meticulous, knowledgeable, and takes the extra effort to get the best resolution possible.”
“Owed $500K to the IRS. Elizabeth handled all communication and interface with the IRS for us.”
“Knowledgeable, extremely pleasant, and generous with her time. She goes the extra mile for her clients.”
“Spent over 30 minutes on the phone with me. Very knowledgeable on tax laws and genuinely cares about helping people.”
“Years of tax worries cleared in weeks, well under budget. Elizabeth delivered results beyond our expectations.”
“Ethical, honest, and effective. Got my garnishment lifted and filed years of back returns.”
“Competitive price, honest, and delivered results. Elizabeth is the real deal.”
“God sent. For the first time, I could see the light at the end of the tunnel with my tax situation.”
“Provides options and explains everything without legal mumbo-jumbo. Makes you feel informed and empowered.”
“Best attorney ever. She is willing to fight for you, not just give lip service.”
“No hard sale, generous with her time, and completely honest. A refreshing experience.”
“Detailed, inquisitive, and delivered a valuable service. She truly understands tax law inside and out.”
“Spent over 30 minutes on the phone with me. Very knowledgeable on tax laws and genuinely cares about helping people.”
“Years of tax worries cleared in weeks, well under budget. Elizabeth delivered results beyond our expectations.”
“Ethical, honest, and effective. Got my garnishment lifted and filed years of back returns.”
“Competitive price, honest, and delivered results. Elizabeth is the real deal.”
“God sent. For the first time, I could see the light at the end of the tunnel with my tax situation.”
“Provides options and explains everything without legal mumbo-jumbo. Makes you feel informed and empowered.”
“Best attorney ever. She is willing to fight for you, not just give lip service.”
“No hard sale, generous with her time, and completely honest. A refreshing experience.”
“Detailed, inquisitive, and delivered a valuable service. She truly understands tax law inside and out.”
“Understanding, compassionate, and extremely patient. She made a stressful situation bearable.”
“An amazing attorney and a great human being. She helped me get back on track after a serious illness.”
“Solved my problem without even charging me. Incredibly honest and intelligent attorney.”
“The real deal after being scammed by another company. Elizabeth restored my faith in getting help with tax issues.”
“Reduced my $60K tax debt to $6K. Trustworthy and incredibly effective.”
“Settled a $1.5M IRS case for a reasonable amount in under 3 months. Exceptional results.”
“Got me a great payment plan with the IRS. Open, honest, and truly cares about her clients.”
“Articulate, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to resolve my tax issues.”
“Saved me a ton of money. Very honest and straightforward about everything.”
“Understanding, compassionate, and extremely patient. She made a stressful situation bearable.”
“An amazing attorney and a great human being. She helped me get back on track after a serious illness.”
“Solved my problem without even charging me. Incredibly honest and intelligent attorney.”
“The real deal after being scammed by another company. Elizabeth restored my faith in getting help with tax issues.”
“Reduced my $60K tax debt to $6K. Trustworthy and incredibly effective.”
“Settled a $1.5M IRS case for a reasonable amount in under 3 months. Exceptional results.”
“Got me a great payment plan with the IRS. Open, honest, and truly cares about her clients.”
“Articulate, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to resolve my tax issues.”
“Saved me a ton of money. Very honest and straightforward about everything.”
“Settled our near-seven-figure tax liability for pennies on the dollar. Elizabeth is truly exceptional at what she does.”
“Spent over 30 minutes on the phone with me. Very knowledgeable on tax laws and genuinely cares about helping people.”
“Understanding, compassionate, and extremely patient. She made a stressful situation bearable.”
“The IRS seized our bank accounts. Elizabeth got the funds released within hours and handled our NJ case remotely.”
“Years of tax worries cleared in weeks, well under budget. Elizabeth delivered results beyond our expectations.”
“An amazing attorney and a great human being. She helped me get back on track after a serious illness.”
“Ethical, collaborative approach. Working with an actual attorney versus tax resolution companies makes all the difference.”
“Ethical, honest, and effective. Got my garnishment lifted and filed years of back returns.”
“Solved my problem without even charging me. Incredibly honest and intelligent attorney.”
“Two other companies failed to help us. Liz succeeded in getting an IRS agreement where others couldn't.”
“Competitive price, honest, and delivered results. Elizabeth is the real deal.”
“The real deal after being scammed by another company. Elizabeth restored my faith in getting help with tax issues.”
“Won my penalty abatement appeal. When the IRS first denied it, she went back and fought for me.”
“God sent. For the first time, I could see the light at the end of the tunnel with my tax situation.”
“Reduced my $60K tax debt to $6K. Trustworthy and incredibly effective.”
“A good attorney but a good person first. That combination is rare and invaluable.”
“Provides options and explains everything without legal mumbo-jumbo. Makes you feel informed and empowered.”
“Settled a $1.5M IRS case for a reasonable amount in under 3 months. Exceptional results.”
“Sorted out my problem in 2 hours that took 2 months with others. Then refused payment.”
“Best attorney ever. She is willing to fight for you, not just give lip service.”
“Got me a great payment plan with the IRS. Open, honest, and truly cares about her clients.”
“Meticulous, knowledgeable, and takes the extra effort to get the best resolution possible.”
“No hard sale, generous with her time, and completely honest. A refreshing experience.”
“Articulate, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to resolve my tax issues.”
“Owed $500K to the IRS. Elizabeth handled all communication and interface with the IRS for us.”
“Detailed, inquisitive, and delivered a valuable service. She truly understands tax law inside and out.”
“Saved me a ton of money. Very honest and straightforward about everything.”
“Knowledgeable, extremely pleasant, and generous with her time. She goes the extra mile for her clients.”
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