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I provide Tax and Bankruptcy Law representation for individuals and businesses throughout California. For 45 years, I have been dedicated to bringing peace of mind to clients with financial issues.
I help clients identify all of their options to make an informed decision based on their specific situation. Rest assured, there are legal and effective options to assist you with your tax and debt problems.
I have previously served as an arbitrator and Judge Pro Tem in San Diego.
Education
- University of San Diego School of Law
- J.D. (1973)
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- Bachelor of Aeronautical Engineering (1965)
Professional Experience
- Attorney
- David S. Greenberg, Attorney at Law
- - Current
Publications
Articles & Publications
- Legal Editor to King's Guide to Offer and Compromise
Speaking Engagements
- Presentations, training sessions and guest speaking appearances at national conferences with attorneys, certified public accountants and enrolled agents on the topic of effective case management and resolution of business and personal tax issues.
- Radio guest appearance with George Chamberlin on the topic of "How to Keep the IRS from Ruining your Life.
- Radio guest appearance on the KFMB "Mike Berger Show" on the topic of Effective IRS Problem Solving.
- Radio guest appearance with Bob Ryan on KCEO's "Inside Business" Show, on the topic of "Effectively dealing with payroll tax issues."
- Radio guest appearance on Ron Dolbeck’s Financial Forum Show on the topic of tax savings strategies for sole proprietors.
Professional Associations
- United States Tax Court
- Current
- Southern California Districts of United States Federal District Court
- Current
- Served as Arbitrator and Judge Pro Tem, San Diego, California
- Current
- California State Bar  # 57158
- Member
- - Current
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- California
- U.S. Federal District Court Southern District of California
- United States Tax Court
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Tax Law
- Business Taxes, Income Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Languages
- English
Legal Answers
- Q. I have $330k CDTFA tax debt on failed during COVID S Corp. Am I personally responsible?
- A: A person may be held personally liable for a business’ unpaid sales tax if the elements of California Revenue & Taxation Code (RTC) § 6829 and Regulation § 1702 are met. Section 6829 requires that the person subject to dual responsibility for the taxes is both a “responsible person” and “willful” as to the nonpayment of taxes.
There are multiple options available in dealing with the liability.
- Q. capital gain exemptions married couple file jointly on settling a house is $500,000What about if sold after divorce
- A: HOW DOES A MARRIED COUPLE QUALIFY FOR THE $500,000 EXCLUSION?
1. At least one spouse must have owned the home for two out of the last five years. The years can be split up – one in 2019 and one in 2021 – but the time has to equal 730 days out of the past five years.
2. And, both spouses must have occupied the home for at least two out of the last five years. The years can be split up – one in 2019 and one in 2021 – but the time has to equal 730 days out of the past five years.
3. And, the couple must be married during the full calendar year that the home was sold. (For example: 01/31/2021 – 12/31/2021)
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- Q. Homestead laws and tax liens, can tax lien be done on homestead home/property?
- A: 1. Liens are not impacted by a bankruptcy discharge and therefore remain in effect following a discharge.
2. As decided by the U.S. Supreme Court, a homestead exemption does not protect you from an IRS lien. In other words, the IRS can reach the equity in your home that other creditors cannot touch.
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