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Magda Abdo-Gomez

Magda Abdo-Gomez

Tax and Bankruptcy Lawyer, formerly with the IRS. Over 35 years of experience.
  • Tax Law, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning ...
  • Florida
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EDUCATION: -Bachelor of Arts (summa cum laude) with majors in French and Mathematics; University of Miami. -Juris Doctor (Law), University of Florida -Master of Laws (Tax), University of Florida WORK EXPERIENCE: -Magda Abdo-Gomez, lawyer -TAX LAWYER: As a former IRS attorney with over 33 years of experience providing legal help to taxpayers before the IRS I focus on providing all manner of tax relief including: -IRS payment plan -Tax lien matters -Levies and wage garnishment -IRS audits -Tax Court litigation -BANKRUPTCY LAWYER: With over 30 years of experience and as a professor of bankruptcy, I can assist clients in obtaining debt relief through bankruptcy (Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Chapter 11 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy). I also assist creditors affected by the filing of a bankruptcy. -ESTATE PLANNING AND PROBATE: I help clients to plan their estate so as to minimize the effect of probate and to ease end of life issues for family members. Assuring that all necessary documents are in place. -Will, Last Will and Testament -Power of Attorney -Living Will -Health Care Directive ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF LAW: St. Thomas University teaching Bankruptcy, and Law Office Management and faculty liaison of the Bankruptcy Clinic. Taught Debtor Creditor Rights for 10 years. FORMER IRS ATTORNEY AND SPECIAL ASSISTANT US ATTORNEY: Handling all tax matters for the IRS, including Tax Court trial work and representation before the US Bankruptcy Court. FORMER COMMISSIONER MIAMI DADE COUNTY COMMISSION OF ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST Member of: -Florida Bar -American Bar Association -Bankruptcy Bar Southern District of Florida -Coral Gables Bar Association -South Miami Kendall Bar Association -Florida Lawyers Network LICENSES: -All courts of Florida -US Tax Court -Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida -Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida

Education
University of Miami
B.A. | Mathematics and French
Honors: Summa Cum Laude, President's Honor Roll, Dean's List, Delta Theta Mu Honor Society, Pi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Pi Delta Phi Honor Society
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University of Florida
J.D. | Law
Honors: Dean's List
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University of Florida
LL.M. | Taxation
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Professional Experience
Adjunct Professor
St. Thomas University School of Law
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Teach bankruptcy law and law office management, head the bankruptcy clinic. Taught debtor-creditor rights and legal accounting.
Attorney
Magda Abdo-Gomez, Lawyer
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Tax Expert (seasonal)
Intuit
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Attorney
Mendez, Rothbard & Molieri (f/k/a Klein, Mendez & Rothbard)
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Special Assistant US Attorney
US Deparment of Justice
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Represented IRS in Bankruptcy Court
Attorney
US Department of the Treasury, Office of Chief Counsel, IRS
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Year End Tax Planning Tips
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Education Tax Credits
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Time for a Tax Check Up
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS's Efforts to Combat Tax Scams
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Hobbies and Businesses: What you need to know
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Issues Taxpayer Alert Regarding Tax Scams
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Disaster Preparation Tips
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS's 2024 Dirty Dozen
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Time Guidance
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Independent Contractor or Employee?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Choosing a Reputable Tax Preparer
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Penalty Relief Program but back to Business as Usual
Twelve News Items from the IRS
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
What has the IRS been up to?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
New Filing Requirements for Many Businesses
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Will the IRS show up at my door unannounced?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Warns of Numerous Scams
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Home Energy Credits
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS's Dirty Dozen for 2023
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Taxation of Nonfungible Tokens (NFT)
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Filing Deadline is Near Beware of IRS Penalties
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Issues Alert on Newly Detected Scams
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Understanding the Saver's Credit
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Planning Includes Good Recordkeeping
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Law Changes for the 2022 Filing Season
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Independent Contractor or Employee?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Warns Employers of Third Parties Promoting Employee Retention Credit Claims
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Beware of Texting Scams
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Act by September 30 to Qualify for Waiver of Certain Penalties
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
What You Need to Know About Business Travel Deductions
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Taxation of Virtual Currency
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS' Dirty Dozen for 2022
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Reconstructing Records After a Disaster
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
A Health Savings Account as a Retirement Tool
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Understanding Roth IRAs
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Understanding Traditional IRAs
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Responsibiliites when Closing a Business
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Choosing a Tax Return Preparer
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
End of Year Tax Planning Tips
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Charity Fraud Awareness
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Implications of Hobby Activities
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Education Expenses: Exclusions, Deductions and Credits
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Ramifications of Selling your Home
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
What to do if you Receive a Letter from the IRS
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Beware of IRS Penalties
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Changes to Meal Expense Deduction
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Deducting Personal Protection Equipment
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Filing Deadline Extended
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
THe Home Office Deduction in Times of COVID
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Amendments to COVID Related Tax Laws
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Announces Filing Date
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Getting Ready for Tax Season
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Position Overruled
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New IRS Security Measures for Taxpayers
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Twelve News Items from the IRS
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Scam Alert
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Meal and Entertainment Deduction
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Upcoming IRS Deadlines
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Releases Draft of 2020 Return (1040)
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Unveils the Dirty Dozen List of Scams 2020
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Important Tax Changes for 2020
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
What has been Going on at the IRS During the COVID Pandemic?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Planning for Hurricane Season
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Recent Updates Regarding Stimulus Payment
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
The Employee Retention Credit
Magda Abdo-Gomez Blog
The Paid Medical and Family Leave Credit
Magda Abdo-Gomez Blog
Effect of Travel Disruptions due to COVID-19 on Foreign Income Exclusion and Alien Tax Status
Magda Abdo-Gomez Blog
IRS Registry for Stimulus Payment Available
Magda Abdo-Gomez Blog
Net Operating Loss Carrybacks Under the CARES Act
Magda Abdo-Gomez Blog
Stimulus Payment Updates and May 5 Deadline
Magda Abdo-Gomez Blog
The IRS’s Response to COVID-19 and the People First Initiative
Magda Abdo-Gomez Blog
Update on Tax Filing Deadlines
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Scams Involving Stimulus Payment
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Update on Stimulus Payment
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Impact of Recent Legislation on your Taxes
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Stimulus Distribution and Registration
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Errors to Avoid when Filing your tax Return
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
New Tax Law May Affect Your Retirement
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tips for Tax Season
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Year End Tax Planning
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Scam Alert Regarding IRS Liens
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Claiming a Home Office Deduction
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Warns of Latest Scam
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Planning for Natural Disasters
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Releases Draft of new form W-4
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Considerations when Selling your Home
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tips for Protecting Yourself when Making Charitable Contributions
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Filing Deadline is Approaching Beware of Penalites
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Will the IRS come to my home or Business
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Will Waive Estimated Tax Penalty for Certain Taxpayers
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Effect of Government Shutdown on Tax Filing and Tax Refunds
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Warns Employers of Scams Involving W-2s, Direct Deposits and Transfers
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
The New IRS Form 1040
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
End of Year Tax Planning Tips
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Issues Guidance on Meal and Entertainment Expenses
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
What are your Rights as a Taxpayer?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tips for Amending a Tax Return
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Will you be Filing Your 2019 Return on a Postcard?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Hurricane Season is Here Beware Storms and Scams
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
New IRS Alert A Twist on an Old Scam
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
What you need to know about tax withholding under the new tax act
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Overview of the Qualified Business Income Deduction
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Navigating the New Deduction for Qualified Business Income
Tax Notes
Itemized Deductions Under the New Tax Act
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Entertain Expenses Deduction Under New Tax Act
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
The New Tax Law
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Year End Tax Planning
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Ten Tips for Dealing with an IRS Audit
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Red Flags that may Trigger an IRS Audit
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Important News from the IRS Regarding Hurricane Irma
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Will the IRS Audit Me?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS Summertime Scams
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Tax Tips for Hurricane Season
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
How Long Should I Keep Tax Records?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Will Tax Laws Affect your Travel Plans?
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Home Mortgage Interest is Deductible, or Maybe Not
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRAs vs Roth IRAs: A Primer
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Beware of Expiring Tax Provisions Mortgage Loan Forgiveness
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Make the Right Moves: End of Year Tax Tips
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Effect of Trump's Tax Plan on You
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
IRS to Implement New Program
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Time Barred Claims in Bankruptcy and the FDCPA
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Disaster Planning
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
Protect Your Wallet Beware of IRS Scam
Magda Abdo-Gomez Newsletter
The Life of a Money Judgment in Florida Is Limited—For Only Some Purposes
Florida Bar
Speaking Engagements
Independent Contractor or Employee, Member meeting, Miami, Florida
Profit, Inc.
Independent Contractor or Employee, Monthly meeting, Coral Gables, Florida
Florida Lawyer's Network
IRS Issues, Monthly chapter meeting, Miami, Florida
Florida Lawyers Network
What Every Attorney Needs to Know About the IRS Statute of Limitations, Florida Bar Tax Section Monthly Meeting, Webinar
Florida Bar Tax Section
IRS Myths, FLN Monthly meeting
Florida Lawyers Network
Choosing a Tax Return Preparer and IRS Penalties, Ante Usted
WLRN (PBS Station)
Proposed changes to ethics of law firm ownership and fee sharing, Monthly meeting, Miami, Florida
Florida Lawyers Network
Employment Taxes, Miami, Florida
FLN
Stimulus Payment, Lunch and Learn, Miami, Florida
Vasques de Lara Law Group
Tax and Bankruptcy Issues, Ante Usted, Miami, Florida
WLRN (PBS Station)
Effect of Bankruptcy on Debts Owed to the IRS, Monthly meeting, Miami, Florida
Florida Institute of CPAs-South Dade Chapter
Overview of Bankruptcy Procedure, Live CLE webinar, Miami, Florida
My Law CLE
Recent Tax Changes Affecting Small Businesses, Lunch and Learn, Miami, Florida
Vasques de Lara Law Group
Ethical Considerations of Misdirected Documents, FLN Monthly Meeting, Coral Gables, Florida
FLN
Effect of Trump Tax Plan, Nightly News, Miami, Florida
Telemundo
Cloud Computing for Lawyers, FLN Day, Davie, Florida
Florida Lawyers Network
27th Annual Bankruptcy Skills Workshop, Miami, Florida
Bankruptcy Bar Association for Southern District of Florida and University of Miami School of Law
Tax liabilities in bankrutpcy
IRS: Myths and Facts, Coral Gables, Florida
Florida Lawyers Network
The Trust Fund Recovery Penalty, Coral Gables, Florida
Florida Lawyers Network
Effect of Bankruptcy on Debts Owed to IRS, Miami Gardens, Florida
St. Thomas School of Law
Be Extra Careful When Hiring a Tax Preparer, South Florida
NBC Investigations
News report broadcast throughout South Florida
Alerta: Fraude en Devolucion de Impuestos, South Florida
Telemundo Investigations
News report aired throughout South Florida
Awards
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida
Pro Bono Attorney Honor Roll
Legal Services of Greater Miami
Client Choice Award
Avvo
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
Pro Bono Service Award
Dade Legal Aid Put Something Back
Pro Bono Attorney Honor Roll
Legal Services of Greater Miami
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida
AV Preeminent
Martindale Hubbell
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida
AV Preeminent
Martidale-Hubbell
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court Southern District of Florida
AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court Southern District of Florida
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
AV Preeminent
Martindale Hubbell
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court Southern District of Florida
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale Hubbell
Top Contributor Award
Avvo
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court Southern District of Florida
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale Hubbell
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court Southern District of Florida
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale Hubbell
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale Hubbell
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court Southern District of Florida
Pro Bono Honor Roll
US Bankruptcy Court Southern District of Florida
Volunteer of the Year
UF Alumni Association, Miami Chapter
Power Woman of the Year
Miami Sun Post
Professional Associations
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys  # 557370
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Hispanic National Bar Association
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Bankruptcy Bar Southern District of Florida
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Activities: CARE Committee
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Florida State Bar  # 352810
Member
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Activities: Senior Lawyer Committee 2017-2018
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Florida Lawyers Network
Membership Director
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South Miami Kendall Bar Association
Director (2019-present)
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Florida Lawyers Network
Membership Director
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Florida Lawyers Network
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South Miami Kendall Bar Association
Chairman Membership Committee
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Coral Gables Bar Association
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Florida Association of Women Lawyers
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MIami Dade County Commissoin of Ethics and Public Trust
Commissioner
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free 15 minute phone consultation for bankruptcy matters.
Practice Areas
Tax Law
Business Taxes, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits
Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Estate Planning
Health Care Directives, Wills
Probate
Probate Administration
Languages
  • French
  • Spanish
Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Contact & Map
By appointment only
14850 S.W. 26 Street
Suite 112
Miami, FL 33185
Telephone: (305) 559-7478