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Tax Law Attorney

Last updated on October 27, 2026

Taxes are one of the largest worries facing people and businesses in Texas and across the country. Everyone has tax problems, but few people have the legal and accounting experience to meet these challenges with ease. Attorney Paul Manigrasso does.

At Manigrasso Law Firm, PLLC, attorney Paul Manigrasso uses his 30 years of experience as a certified public accountant (CPA) to guide his legal work for people with tax problems. His insight into the legal and accounting side of your difficulties will help simplify what is ahead and make your problems manageable where they were once overwhelming.

Tax Planning Services To Businesses And Individuals

Planning your tax strategy is an essential part of a wealth growth strategy. People and companies both have choices to make that can greatly increase or decrease their tax liabilities, and you deserve to have the full picture.

Attorney Paul Manigrasso can fully review your individual or business tax returns, and use that information to create a comprehensive tax projection. He will advise you on each step of your tax plan to make sure you pay as little as possible, minimizing your exposure to potential tax penalties.

Tax Representation and Advocacy

When you have built considerable wealth, there is always a chance of an IRS audit to review that your tax history is in line with what the government expects. Audits are the single most excruciating aspect of tax law, which is why having an attorney with decades of experience as a CPA is a massive asset to you. He takes the lead on:

Tax disputes
Tax debt relief
Tax liens and levies
Criminal tax investigations

Paul Manigrasso is your lead resource for all questions, worries and strategy in the face of serious tax consequences. These high-stakes problems demand the sort of attention that he can bring to the table, offering novel solutions and tried-and-true methods to resolve the fights ahead.

Tax Services For Complex Tax Matters

Working with Manigrasso Law Firm, PLLC, allows you to take full advantage of the experience and skill Mr. Manigrasso has cultivated in the tax arena. He offers his clients considerable specialized tax services, which can include:

International tax: If you have overseas assets of any type, or live overseas, you will have to navigate the landscape of international taxes. The laws and taxes outside the US can be greater or more confusing than anything at home, but Mr. Manigrasso can guide you through it.
Real estate taxation: Real estate taxes, from property tax to sales taxes on purchases, are liabilities to an overall property investment portfolio, but if managed appropriately, those liabilities can be minimized or even eliminated.
Business taxation: Employment taxes, ad valorem taxes, and excise taxes are often surprising challenges businesses can face in nearly any industry. Addressing the tax liabilities that impact your company effectively is a necessary budgetary need. Liabilities will change from year to year based on factors potentially well outside your control.
Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDA): VDA’s can be used in situations where a business discovers that they are out of compliance, especially in the case where a considerable amount of time has elapsed. Under a VDA, many, if not all, penalties can be waived, as well as potential civil and even criminal liability.
Tax-exempt organizations: Tax-exempt organizations may not have to pay taxes, but they have to work hard to prove and justify their status as exempt. Lapsed or missed filings and many other mistakes can lead to considerable burdens for your nonprofit.

Every tax problem has a solution, but it can take time and insight to discover the exact way to overcome a given problem. Manigrasso Law Firm, PLLC, is here to provide that guidance and experience to you.

Navigating Texas Business Tax Liabilities

Texas businesses face several tax obligations that can affect their operations and finances. Manigrasso Law Firm, PLLC, can help businesses understand and address complex tax matters, including:

Texas franchise tax: For 2026, the $2.65 million no-tax-due threshold does not eliminate filing requirements. Businesses at or below the threshold still must file a Public Information Report (PIR) or Ownership Information Report. Reviewing revenue, allowable deductions and margin calculations can help businesses report their tax liability accurately.
Comptroller audits and SaaS sales tax: Texas generally treats SaaS as taxable data processing. Businesses may need to document customer locations, exemption certificates and other records when addressing a Comptroller review or sales tax assessment.
Commercial property tax disputes: Commercial property owners may challenge county appraisal district valuations that do not accurately reflect a property’s value. Reviewing the appraisal and supporting records can help identify issues for a property tax protest or other challenge.

Addressing these issues early can help businesses understand their tax obligations and make informed decisions when disputes or compliance concerns arise.

FBAR And FATCA Penalty Defense

Living or investing outside the United States can create reporting obligations that are easy to overlook. U.S. taxpayers may need to report foreign accounts and financial assets even when they live abroad or pay taxes in another country.

One key requirement is the Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR). Taxpayers may need to file when the total value of their foreign financial accounts exceeds $10,000 during the year. Willful failures can carry severe penalties, potentially reaching 50% of the account balance.

The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) adds another layer of reporting for certain larger foreign financial assets through Form 8938. FBAR and FATCA have different requirements, and some taxpayers may need to comply with both.

If past reporting was incomplete due to a nonwillful mistake, the IRS Streamlined Domestic or Foreign Offshore Procedures may provide a path to correct the issue and reduce or eliminate certain penalties. Early legal review can help taxpayers understand their obligations and available options.

Additional Services

To give Manigrasso Law Firm, PLLC‘s, clients the full benefit of his experience, Paul Manigrasso provides several additional services, including:

Tax research: In-depth research into the tax problems of any sort you may see, from real estate to business or any other complex transaction.
Tax education and training: Educating individuals and businesses on tax and accounting practices that allow them to make smart decisions as their businesses grow.
Tax document preparation: Tax returns, tax exemption forms and many other documents must be filled out correctly, and when stakes are high, you must turn to someone who knows exactly what to do. While we don’t replace your CPA, we can provide a friendly second opinion or even present new options on tax or other matters.
Tax controversy resolution: Tax controversy is the official term for disagreements with the IRS, and you must approach these with care.

You do not want to take risks in your tax law questions or problems. You want to turn to a lawyer with experience you can count on.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cross-Border Tax Issues

People and companies with ties abroad often face tax rules that do not apply at home. The following section answers several common questions:

What are the US tax filing obligations for a Dallas resident who moves abroad?

Moving abroad does not end your federal filing duty. Because the United States taxes its citizens and green card holders on income earned anywhere in the world, you must still file a return each year if your income meets the filing limit. The foreign earned income exclusion or foreign tax credit may lower your tax bill, but you must claim these breaks on a timely return. An FBAR filing with FinCEN is also required whenever the combined balance of your overseas accounts tops $10,000 at any time in the year. Larger foreign holdings may require Form 8938 as well. Since Texas has no state income tax, leaving Dallas also avoids the state residency fights that many expats face.

How does the Texas Franchise Tax impact Dallas LLCs with foreign investors?

Foreign ownership does not change whether a Texas LLC owes franchise tax. The tax applies to LLCs that do business in Texas, although those with revenue below a yearly threshold generally owe nothing while still filing an information report. Foreign investors mainly change the federal picture. Under Internal Revenue Code Section 1446, an LLC taxed as a partnership may need to withhold tax on a foreign partner’s share of income. That duty can apply even if the LLC never pays out the money. A single-member LLC with a foreign owner generally must also file Form 5472 to report its dealings with that owner.

Do international digital sales trigger Texas sales and use tax for Dallas tech companies?

Generally, Texas sales tax applies only when a customer uses a taxable service in Texas. Texas treats most software-as-a-service offerings as taxable data processing, with 20% of the charge exempt. Sales to clients who use the service only outside Texas typically escape the tax, but the company must prove where each client uses it. Records such as billing addresses and user locations can support that position during a Comptroller audit. Other countries may also charge their own value-added tax on digital services sold to their residents.

Turn to Manigrasso Law Firm, PLLC, for Any Tax Law Problem

The tax services from Manigrasso Law Firm, PLLC, are some of the most valuable services the firm can offer to its clients. Attorney Paul Manigrasso’s career has been focused on providing the service and insight that you need. Reach out to the firm today to learn more by calling 214-310-0535 or sending an email using this form.