Stephen B. Kass

About Stephen B. Kass

Stephen is tax and a bankruptcy attorney with over 29 years of experience. Stephen formerly worked for the international tax consulting firms Marcum, LLP and Deloitte & Touch, LLP providing tax controversy or tax resolution services for years.

He has a JD from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University and an LLM in Taxation from New York University School of Law.

Stephen is admitted to the Bars of New York State, New Jersey State, and the Federal courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. He is also admitted to Tax Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.

If you or your business is facing a serious IRS or New York tax problem, reach out Stephan today.

He is a member American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the American Academy of Attorney CPAs, and the Tax Rep Network.

Tax Agencies Serviced

Federal Tax Agencies

Internal Revenue Service

State Tax Agencies

New York State Department of Taxation

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Recommended by Sample Account TaxCure

Worked on Case Together | Feb 22, 2024

Stephen is very knowledgeable about tax problems and bankruptcy. I have complete trust in recommending clients to him. His character is impeccable.

Recommended by Lawrence Morrison

Worked on Case Together | Feb 19, 2026

I have worked with Stephen on many complex tax cases. Stephen is an excellent accountant and attorney. He gives sound and practical advice and
is very responsive. I highly recommend him.

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Reviewed by Anonymous

Advised on Tax Refund, Tax Penalties | Feb 20, 2026

I had a great experience working with Stephen Kass on my tax issues. He made a stressful situation feel much easier to handle. He knows tax law inside and out, but what stood out most was how clearly he explained everything. I never felt lost or rushed.

Stephen is professional, patient, and genuinely cares about getting things right. He took the time to understand my situation, walked me through my options, and always kept me updated. His guidance was steady, honest, and practical.

What really impressed me was how quickly he spotted the key problems and how effectively he dealt with the IRS. The outcome he achieved was far better than I expected, and I felt supported the entire way.

It’s rare to find someone who combines deep expertise with real kindness and integrity. I’m very grateful for his help and would recommend Stephen Kass, PC to anyone who needs reliable, knowledgeable support with tax matters.

Reviewed by Anonymous

Feb 18, 2026

Stephen provided me with a consultation on a range of issues that was thorough, informative, and incredibly helpful. I would strongly recommend that anyone speak to him.

Professional's Reply On Feb 19, 2026

"It was great talking with you and I wish you the best of luck in this matter.
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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
Other Levies
Passport Issues
Spousal Tax Issue
Tax-Related Identity Theft
Foreign Informational Penalties
Tax Return Mistake
Tax Preparer Penalties
Tax Court
Passport Certifications

Unpaid Taxes
Unfiled Tax Returns
Treasury Offset
Wage Garnishment
Tax Warrant
Tax Penalties
Seizure
Bank Levy
Sales Tax
100% Penalty Assessment
Tax-Related Identity Theft
Tax Audit or Examination
Franchise Tax Issues
Drivers license suspension

Solution Experience

Payment Plans
Individual Tax Preparation
Offer In Compromise
Currently Not Collectible
Partial Payment Installment Agreement
Levy Release or Reduction
Penalty Abatement
Innocent Spouse Relief
Lien Withdrawal
CAP Hearing
CDP Hearing
Business Tax Preparation
Lien Discharge
Audit Reconsideration
Lien Subordination
Tax-Related Identity Relief
Bankruptcy
4180 Interview Support
Audit Representation
CSED Analysis
Tax Court
IRS Transcript Analysis
Injured Spouse Relief
Fraud Examination Support

Payment Plan
Penalty Abatement
Offer In Compromise
Levy Release or Reduction
Individual Tax Preparation
Lien Release
Innocent Spouse Relief
Business Tax Preparation
Hardship - CNC
Tax Appeals
Tax Amnesty
Bankruptcy
Tax-Related Identity Relief
Tax Court
Audit Defense & Support

Tax Types Serviced

Corporate Tax Income Tax Employment/Payroll Tax State Sales & Use 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

New York 5/17/1993 Active

CPA

New York 5/16/1988 Active

Law

New Jersey 12/16/1992 Active

Designation & Other Licences

License Type

U.S. Tax Court Practitioner (USTCP)

May 1999 Active

Related Work Experience

Job Title	Company	Location	Work Duration
Tax, Real Estate and Reorganization Consultant	KRR Ventures, Inc	New York, New York	Feb 2015 - Present
Tax and Bankruptcy Attorney	Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass, P.C.	New York, New York	Jan 1994 - Present
Senior Consultant	Deloitte & Touche Tohmatsu, Ltd	New York, New York	Mar 1992 - Mar 1994
Senior Accountant	Marcum Bernstein & Pinchuk LLP	New York, New York	Jan 1986 - Jan 1989

Education

Educational Institution	Degree	Graduation Year
Hofstra University	Bachelor's Degree	1986
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University	Juris Doctor (JD)	1992
New York University School of Law	Master of Laws (LLM)	1996

Associations & Memberships

Associations or Memberships	Position	Duration
Tax Rep Network	Gold Member	2022 - Present
Tax Mentor	Member	2022 - Present
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)	Member	2000 - Present
American Academy of Attorney-CPAs	Member	2000 - Present

Contact Information

Address

7 Pennsylvania Plaza # 830
New York, New York 10001

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Website

https://sbkass.com/

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Publications

Publication Type	Publication Name	Title	Link
Web Article	Law Office of Stephen B. Kass Website	Tax Offers-in-Compromise	View Publication
Web Article	Law Office of Stephen B. Kass Website	Simple Solutions to Solve Your Tax Problems	View Publication
Web Article	Law Office of Stephen B. Kass Website	Discharge of Unfilled Taxes under the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Protection Act 2005 (BAPCPA). No More “Super” Discharge?	View Publication
Web Article	Law Office of Stephen B. Kass Website	Dischargeability of Certain Taxes in Lieu of the IRS Having Filed a Substitute for Return: Where We Stand Now	View Publication
Web Article	Law Offices of Stephen B. Kass Website	IRS New Rules 2023 Tax Changes: A Comprehensive Guide	View Publication

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