Moffa Tax Law
A State and Local Tax Law Division of Moffa, Sutton, & Donnini, P.A.
Planning, Controversy, and Litigation
Your Trusted Florida State and Local Tax Law Firm
Moffa Tax Law is a State and Local Tax Law division of Moffa, Sutton, & Donnini, P.A. As leading Florida State and Local Tax (SALT) lawyers, we are dedicated to serving clients engaging in business in Florida. Our full-service, Florida SALT law practice advises and represents clients with planning, audits, controversy, and litigation with state taxes such as Florida sales and use tax, corporate income tax, and property tax. Although Florida is known as a business-friendly state, the Florida Department of Revenue is increasingly aggressive, particularly in the areas of sales tax, corporate income tax apportionment, and economic nexus enforcement. Our firm is comprised of Florida tax lawyers, licensed CPAs, and former employees of the Florida Department of Revenue. By operating with a team approach, we provide comprehensive and efficient advisement and representation to clients with their Florida tax concerns.
Tax Law Services
Planning
Our firm provides Florida state and local tax planning services to assist businesses and individuals to comply with Florida tax laws. Florida tax planning is critical, whether in the context of mergers and acquisitions or new operations within the state. While businesses are rightfully concerned with Florida sales tax and corporate income tax, Florida’s other nuanced state and local taxes can impact tax planning as well.
Audit
Guiding businesses through a variety of Florida tax audits, including sales tax audits and corporate income tax audits, is a key part of our practice. We work to defend taxpayers in disputes with the Florida Department of Revenue and other state and local agencies engaged in tax audits of businesses and individuals.
Controversy
When a Florida tax assessment has concluded, we are prepared to work with the Florida Department of Revenue to remedy audit errors. From Florida sales tax cases challenged in Tallahassee with the Florida Department of Revenue to local tax assessments challenged with local taxing authorities in cities and counties, we defend taxpayers in Florida state tax controversy cases at every level of appeal.
Litigation
In cases where litigation cannot be prevented, our firm litigates Florida tax cases against the Florida Department of Revenue and other taxing authorities in Florida Circuit Courts, the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH), and Florida’s District Courts of Appeal. Uniquely, our attorneys are experienced both in direct Florida state tax cases and adjacent Florida administrative law challenges which can impact Florida tax assessments.
Refunds
Whether a Florida sales tax or income tax refund is sought from the Florida Department of Revenue, our SALT practice is knowledgeable in the technicalities of tax refund applications, challenges to refund denials, and tax refund litigation.
Practice Areas
Sales and Use Tax
Unlike other states, the Florida Department of Revenue most heavily audits businesses for Florida sales tax compliance. Our Florida tax attorneys are experienced in handling all aspects of Florida sales and use tax, from planning, audit, refund, controversy, and litigation. Further, our team at Moffa Tax Law is experienced in assisting business both in and outside of Florida with sales tax nexus and taxability analyses
Corporate Income Tax
Florida corporate income tax issues are increasingly making their way to the courts as the Florida Department of Revenue seeks revenue from a wider scope of income. Our Florida state and local tax practice monitors the ongoing shift in policy in this area closely while working with taxpayers to keep them current on the changes. Issues ranging from Florida corporate income tax apportionment to income tax formula calculation errors are commonly faced by businesses operating in Florida, requiring an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of Florida corporate income tax.
Property Tax
Florida property tax is administered locally, while the Florida Department of Revenue provides Property Tax Oversight. Our firm represents Florida taxpayers by working with both local agencies and the Florida Department of Revenue for fair and accurate tax law obligations of property owners.
Other Taxes
Our firm advises and represents clients with a wide range of Florida tax matters, including Florida Documentary Stamp Tax, Florida Communication Services Tax (CST), Florida Reemployment Tax, and Local Option Taxes, ensuring compliance and resolving disputes efficiently.
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Get Started Today
Don’t wait until you’re facing an audit to secure professional defense. Protect your business with Moffa Tax Law’s reliable Florida tax audit defense services. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can safeguard your business against tax audit challenges.
