Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert IRS Tax Problem Solutions in Worcester, MA
Hershman Fallstrom & Crowley was founded in 1991 to address specialized needs in tax law, particularly tax controversy resolution. Our firm combines deep expertise with a commitment to ethical standards, serving individuals and businesses facing complex IRS and Massachusetts Department of Revenue challenges. With a founding partner who previously served as an IRS attorney, we leverage insider knowledge to navigate audits, liens, and levies effectively. Our team includes certified professionals with decades of experience in tax compliance and strategic planning. We maintain strong relationships with federal and state tax authorities, ensuring efficient resolutions for our clients.Over 30 years, we have built a reputation for mastering evolving tax regulations while prioritizing client trust and transparency. Our services extend to bankruptcy tax planning, penalty abatement, and proactive compliance strategies tailored to each clients unique circumstances. Headquartered in Worcester, Massachusetts, we serve Central Massachusetts with personalized attention to every case. Our proven track record includes securing settlements, payment agreements, and lien subordinations that restore financial stability. Clients rely on our authoritative guidance and steadfast advocacy to resolve disputes and minimize liabilities.
Services
Tax Audit Defense
IRS Levy Release
Offer in Compromise
Tax Lien Subordination
Bankruptcy Tax Planning
Tax Compliance
Payroll Tax Resolution
Trust Fund Penalty Defense
Innocent Spouse Relief
Tax Return Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We specialize in IRS and state tax controversy resolution.
- Our team includes a former IRS attorney with insider knowledge.
- We maintain strong relationships with the IRS and Massachusetts DOR.
- We offer personalized tax strategies for complex cases.
- Established in 1991 with a proven track record.
Services
Tax Audit Defense
We represent clients during IRS and state tax audits, leveraging deep knowledge of procedures to negotiate favorable outcomes. Our approach minimizes penalties and ensures compliance while protecting client interests throughout the process. With decades of combined experience, we handle civil and criminal audits for individuals and businesses.
IRS Levy Release
Our team secures release of IRS wage and bank levies through structured payment plans, offers in compromise, or hardship claims. We advocate for clients to halt collections and restore access to funds while addressing underlying liabilities systematically and ethically.
Offer in Compromise
We negotiate reduced tax debt settlements with the IRS and state authorities, evaluating eligibility based on income, assets, and extenuating circumstances. Our strategies maximize approval chances while ensuring compliance with all filing requirements and disclosure obligations.
Bankruptcy Tax Planning
We guide clients through tax implications of bankruptcy, including discharge of liabilities and protection from levies. Our planning minimizes tax consequences for debt forgiveness and ensures accurate pre- and post-petition filings to support financial recovery.
Tax Compliance
We assist with overdue tax returns and ongoing compliance using electronic filing systems. Our services ensure accurate reporting while implementing strategies to reduce future liabilities, balancing proactive planning with adherence to ethical and legal standards.
People
Patrick J. Crowley
Principal
A certified public accountant and former IRS attorney, Patrick Crowley specializes in tax controversy resolution with over 30 years of experience. He served in the U.S. Army and Massachusetts National Guard, and advises bankruptcy trustees on tax matters.
Lisa Soraci
Associate
Lisa Soraci prepares individual and business tax returns with over 30 years of public accounting experience. She graduated from Bryant College in 1988 and focuses on accurate, compliant filings for diverse clients.
Steven Tarwa
Associate
Steven Tarwa specializes in tax return preparation for individuals and businesses. A 2021 Worcester State University graduate, he joined the firm in 2022, bringing fresh expertise to support client compliance needs.
Questions
What tax services do you specialize in?
We focus on IRS and Massachusetts DOR controversies, including audits, levies, liens, offers in compromise, bankruptcy tax planning, and compliance strategies for individuals and businesses.
How can you help with an IRS audit?
Our team with IRS attorney experience represents clients during audits, negotiating settlements, penalty abatements, or payment plans while ensuring compliance with tax laws and documentation requirements.
Can you resolve payroll tax liabilities?
Yes, we handle payroll tax assessments, including Trust Fund Recovery Penalty cases, by negotiating payment agreements, penalty relief, or discharge options in bankruptcy proceedings.
Do you work with businesses facing tax liens?
We secure subordination or discharge of tax liens, enabling businesses to obtain financing or resolve encumbrances while addressing underlying liabilities through structured solutions.
