About Daniel T.A. Cotts
Daniel is a skilled Tax Attorney who is passionate about protecting Taxpayers from what he considers to to be an "Out of Control IRS".
"I will step into your shoes, and deal with the IRS on your behalf - my clients rarely, if ever, even speak with the IRS."
Highly educated and experienced in the Tax Law, Daniel is an LL.M. (Master of Laws) educated Tax Attorney, who will not back down, and will help you settle for the lowest amount allowed under the law.
Real Clients, Real Cases:
-- $257,500 Tax Bill - client paid $23,400
-- $273,000 Tax Bill - client paid $17,300
-- $216,000 Proposed Tax Assessment - client paid $0
-- Client with multiple years of unfiled Tax Return - got client into filing compliance and established a workable Installment Agreement
"I will step into your shoes, and deal with the IRS on your behalf - my clients rarely, if ever, even speak with the IRS."
Highly educated and experienced in the Tax Law, Daniel is an LL.M. (Master of Laws) educated Tax Attorney, who will not back down, and will help you settle for the lowest amount allowed under the law.
Real Clients, Real Cases:
-- $257,500 Tax Bill - client paid $23,400
-- $273,000 Tax Bill - client paid $17,300
-- $216,000 Proposed Tax Assessment - client paid $0
-- Client with multiple years of unfiled Tax Return - got client into filing compliance and established a workable Installment Agreement
Tax Agencies Serviced
Federal Tax Agencies
- Internal Revenue Service
Reviews
Recommended by
Erin Meise, EA, CTRS
Worked on Case Together | Nov 22, 2025
Reviewed by
Anonymous
Advised on Unpaid Taxes |
Nov 15, 2025
Problem Experience
- Unpaid Taxes
- Past Due Tax Return
- Wage Garnishment
- Unfiled Returns - No Balance
- Tax Lien
- Tax Penalties
- Bank Levy
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Notice of Determination
- Trust Fund Recovery Penalty
- Notice of Deficiency
- Passport Issues
- Spousal Tax Issue
- Tax-Related Identity Theft
- Criminal or Tax Evasion
- Other Levies
- Cryptocurrency Issue
- ESRP
- Tax Return Mistake
Solution Experience
- Payment Plans
- Offer In Compromise
- Currently Not Collectible
- Partial Payment Installment Agreement
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Penalty Abatement
- Amend Tax Returns
- Innocent Spouse Relief
- Injured Spouse Relief
- Lien Withdrawal
- CAP Hearing
- CDP Hearing
- Lien Discharge
- Audit Reconsideration
- Lien Subordination
- Tax-Related Identity Relief
- 4180 Interview Support
- Audit Representation
- Tax Court
- IRS Transcript Analysis
- Tax Consultation Service
- Business Tax Preparation
- Bankruptcy
- Criminal Tax Defense
- CSED Analysis
Tax Types Serviced
Corporate Tax
Income Tax
Employment/Payroll Tax
Taxpayer Types Serviced
Individuals
Sole Proprietor
Limited Liability Companies
S-Corporations
C-Corporations
Partnerships/Multi-Member LLC
Professional License & Designations
Professional Licenses
State/Federal
Law
Texas
12/5/2003
Active
Related Work Experience
| Job Title | Company | Location | Work Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Attorney | Daniel T.A. Cotts, PLLC, dba COTTS LAW | Corpus Christi, Texas | Jan 2019 - Present |
| Attorney | Special Counsel / Other Contract Firms | Phoenix, Arizona | Feb 2014 - Nov 2018 |
| Attorney | Various Companies | Dallas, Texas | May 2003 - Sep 2011 |
| Judicial Clerk | Fifth District Court of Utah | Cedar City, Utah | Feb 2000 - Aug 2002 |
| Attorney | Daniel T.A. Cotts, P.C. | Cedar City, Utah | Oct 1996 - Mar 1999 |
Education
| Educational Institution | Degree | Graduation Year |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Utah University | Bachelor's Degree | 1993 |
| University of Utah College of Law | Juris Doctor (JD) | 1996 |
| Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law | Master of Laws (LLM) | 2003 |
| Southern Utah University | Master's Degree | 2018 |
Associations & Memberships
| Associations or Memberships | Position | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS) | Member | 2022 - Present |
| Roz Strategies | Member | 2022 - Present |
| State Bar of Texas | Member | 2003 - Present |
Contact Information
Pricing & Payments
Free Consultation
Free Quote
Virtual Consultation
Flat Fee Pricing
Publications
| Publication Type | Publication Name | Title | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | YouTube | Shocking Truths About LT11 Forms And Your Taxes | View Publication |
| Other | YouTube | Texas Tax Lawyer Breaks Down 3 Celebrities That Cheated On Their Taxes | View Publication |
| Other | YouTube | What Happens If You Don't File Taxes For Years? | View Publication |
| Other | YouTube | Texas Tax Law Attorney Tells Exactly How To Get The IRS Off Your Back | View Publication |
| Speaking Engagement | Texas Society of EAs, Dallas Chapter | Overview of Tax Resolution | N/A |
Videos & Photos
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