San Jose, CA
Tax & Business Law Solutions
Your Trusted San Jose Tax Attorney for Business & Personal Matters
San Jose is the heart of Silicon Valley—a world center for innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. But with opportunity comes complexity: IRS, FTB, CDTFA, and EDD issues can threaten your business, investments, and peace of mind. The Law Office of Pietro Canestrelli, A.P.C. provides experienced, client-focused legal solutions for San Jose founders, tech professionals, business owners, and families.
We offer strategic, effective, and compassionate tax and business law representation to individuals, startups, established companies, and global investors throughout Santa Clara County and the Bay Area.
Comprehensive Tax Law & Business Services in San Jose
Audit Representation
IRS and California tax audits are common in Silicon Valley. We defend San Jose clients in audits involving income, payroll, sales, and employment taxes, minimizing liability and avoiding costly litigation. Audit representation details.
IRS Notice Response & Tax Bill Defense
Received an IRS, FTB, or CDTFA notice in San Jose? Our attorneys respond immediately, assess your unique situation, and negotiate practical solutions—such as installment agreements, penalty abatement, or settlement offers. IRS notice help.
Offer in Compromise & Penalty Abatement
If you owe more tax than you can pay, you may qualify for an Offer in Compromise (OIC) or penalty abatement. We have a strong record negotiating these relief options for Silicon Valley founders, executives, and families. OIC & penalty abatement info.
Payroll Tax & Trust Fund Recovery Penalty Defense
Payroll tax problems are a major risk for tech firms and startups. We defend business owners, founders, and officers from IRS, EDD, and CDTFA payroll tax enforcement and Trust Fund Recovery Penalty cases.
Unfiled Tax Returns & Voluntary Disclosure
Unfiled or late returns can quickly escalate into severe IRS or FTB action. We help San Jose clients—tech professionals, remote workers, executives, and families—file overdue returns and use voluntary disclosure programs to avoid prosecution and limit penalties. Help with unfiled taxes.
State & Local Tax: FTB & CDTFA Defense
California Franchise Tax Board and CDTFA (sales and use tax) audits and collections are common in San Jose’s business environment. We protect your interests in all state and local tax controversies.
IRS Criminal Tax Defense
If you’re facing IRS criminal investigation or charges of tax fraud, you need immediate and experienced legal defense. We represent San Jose clients—including executives and investors—in complex criminal tax matters. Criminal tax defense info.
Innocent Spouse Relief
If your spouse or ex-spouse’s actions left you with unwanted tax debt, we help you secure innocent spouse relief and protect your assets. Innocent spouse help.
Liens, Levies & Wage Garnishments
IRS and California agencies may use liens, levies, and wage garnishments to collect debts. We stop aggressive collections, negotiate releases, and help you regain financial freedom. Liens and levies defense.
Back Taxes & Tax Debt Resolution
Back taxes are common in the fast-paced Silicon Valley economy. We’ve resolved over $50 million in tax controversies—helping San Jose clients regain control and move forward. Back tax help.
Business Formation & Transactional Services for San Jose Entrepreneurs
Starting or growing your business in San Jose? We help you select and form the right entity—C Corporation (details), S Corporation (details), or LLC (details)—with all legal, compliance, and documentation handled. Business formation info.
Buying, selling, or merging a business? We handle contracts, due diligence, negotiations, and closing—protecting your interests throughout. Buy or sell a business.
Serving All of San Jose & Silicon Valley
We serve clients across San Jose—including Downtown, Willow Glen, West San Jose, Almaden Valley, Evergreen, Berryessa, North San Jose, and the entire Silicon Valley and Bay Area with:
Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) Eligibility
Still haven’t checked your ERTC eligibility? We help San Jose startups and companies review, claim, and maximize these valuable credits. ERTC details.
Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credits
Silicon Valley innovators often qualify for powerful R&D tax credits. We help identify, document, and claim these benefits for San Jose tech companies, engineers, and entrepreneurs. R&D credit info.
Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) Compliance
Most LLCs and corporations must now file federal beneficial ownership reports. We help San Jose businesses comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and avoid steep penalties. CTA compliance help.
Estate & Gift Tax Planning
San Jose’s high-net-worth individuals and families need advanced estate and gift tax planning. We help you protect, grow, and transfer wealth with intelligent legal strategies. Estate tax planning.
International Tax Compliance: FBAR & FATCA
Many San Jose executives, expats, and investors have global accounts or income. We guide you through FBAR, FATCA, and international tax obligations—reducing risk and avoiding costly penalties. International tax compliance.
Remote Work, Digital Nomad & Gig Economy Tax Law
The Bay Area’s remote and digital economy creates new tax issues. We advise tech professionals, consultants, gig workers, and digital nomads on multi-state income, 1099 issues, and deductions. Remote work tax info.
Not-for-Profit & Charitable Organization Tax Law
We help San Jose nonprofits form, secure 501(c)(3) status, maintain compliance, and handle audits. Nonprofit tax services.
Cryptocurrency & Digital Asset Tax Law
Crypto tax law is evolving fast in Silicon Valley. We help you properly report transactions, minimize liability, and defend against IRS or FTB crypto inquiries.
Business Succession, Exit Planning & Asset Protection
We guide San Jose founders and business owners through succession, exit planning, and asset protection—supporting your goals at every life stage.
Tax Law for Business Dissolution & Reorganization
If you’re closing, merging, or reorganizing your business, we manage all the tax and legal details—so you can transition with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – San Jose Tax Attorney
What should I do if I get a tax audit or IRS notice in San Jose?
Contact our office immediately. Prompt action protects your rights and minimizes risk. IRS notice help.
Can you help with startup, payroll, or business tax issues?
Yes, we handle all types of business, payroll, and sales tax issues for San Jose companies.
What if I have years of back taxes or unfiled returns?
We routinely help tech professionals, business owners, and families resolve years of tax issues. Unfiled tax help.
Do you advise on crypto, international, and remote worker tax law?
Absolutely. We stay up-to-date on global, digital, and remote income tax issues.
Are virtual consultations available?
Yes. We offer virtual and in-person meetings throughout San Jose and the Bay Area.
Why Work With The Law Office of Pietro Canestrelli in San Jose?
- Decades of IRS & California tax law experience
- Deep knowledge of Silicon Valley industries and business models
- Proven results for startups, executives, investors, and tech professionals
- Personalized, responsive legal service
- Solutions for every tax and business challenge
Contact Us – San Jose’s Tax Law Solution Starts Here
Need help with a tax, audit, or business law challenge in San Jose? Contact The Law Office of Pietro Canestrelli, A.P.C., for a free, confidential consultation today. Contact us now.