Free independent and confidential tax assistance to taxpayers unable to resolve their tax problems through normal channels of the IRS. Also assists taxpayers experiencing a hardship.

Free independent and confidential tax assistance to taxpayers unable to resolve their tax problems through normal channels of the IRS, including those with financial hardships, delinquency, etc.

An independent organization within the IRS led by the National Taxpayer Advocate that helps individuals and business taxpayers resolve problems with the IRS by: ensuring that taxpayer problems not resolved through normal IRS channels are promptly and impartially handled; assisting taxpayers who are facing hardships; identifying issues that impact taxpayer rights, increase taxpayer burden or otherwise create problems for taxpayers and bringing these issues to the attention of the IRS management; and recommending administrative and legislative changes. Situations where the TAS may help include: IRS actions preventing you from providing for necessities such as housing, transportation or food; IRS actions preventing you from being able to meet basic expenses such as payroll, if you are a business owner; delays of more than 30 days to resolve a tax related problem or not receiving a response by the date promised. Low Income Taxpayer Clinic provides representation in federal tax controversies with the IRS free of charge or for a nominal fee. Clinics also provide tax education and outreach for taxpayers who speak English as a second language.

Free independent and confidential tax assistance to taxpayers unable to resolve their tax problems through normal channels of the IRS. Also assists taxpayers experiencing a hardship.

Represents taxpayers by protecting rights and resolving problems that cannot be fixed through normal channels.