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Empowering You With The Knowledge To Plan Ahead

At McDowell Law Group, we are committed to helping you make informed decisions about your future. This blog serves as a resource hub for all our practice areas, from estate planning and asset protection to long-term care and Medicaid planning. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to confidently plan for the future, safeguard your assets, and address your family’s unique legal needs.

If You Received IRS Notice LT16, You Have Unpaid Taxes or Unfiled Returns

by Gil | Sep 12, 2025 | IRS Compliance, tax resolution

If you receive an IRS Notice LT16, the IRS is trying to collect unpaid taxes from you. The Notice LT16 informs you that you have an outstanding tax balance for one or more tax years and tells you how much you owe (to include penalties and interest), when payment is...

What Is Elder Law and Why You Need an Elder Law Attorney

by Letha | Aug 21, 2025 | Elder Law

Elder law is a specialized area of legal practice that focuses on the unique issues facing older adults, individuals with disabilities or special needs, and their families. This field of law addresses the complex intersection of legal, financial, medical, and social...

IRS Sends LT36 Notices to 525,000 Federal Employees and Retirees With Tax Debt

by Gil | Aug 11, 2025 | IRS Compliance, tax resolution

IRS Notice LT36; Urgent: You Have An Outstanding Tax Issue The IRS started sending Notice LT36 to current and retired federal employees who may not be current with their federal tax filing obligations or have back tax obligations...

Behind on Filing Tax Returns? How to Get Back into IRS Compliance

by Gil | Jul 15, 2025 | IRS Compliance, tax resolution

If you haven’t filed tax returns in several years and have a filing requirement, you need to get into compliance. Section 7203 of the Internal Revenue Code requires tax returns to be filed. Failing to file tax returns and pay the tax due only leads to increased...

Essential Checklist for Disposition of Assets

by Letha | May 15, 2025 | estate planning

Creating a comprehensive estate plan isn’t just about distributing assets, it’s about providing clarity and guidance for your loved ones. Without proper planning, the administration of your estate and distribution of your assets after your death can become...