Azarvand Tax Law

06/17/2026

We are proud to share that Leticia Skrabut, Esq. has been elected to serve on the Maryland State Bar Association Tax Section Council as Member-at-Large, beginning a three-year term on July 1, 2026! 🎉

Leticia's election to the MSBA Tax Section Council is a testament to the caliber of attorney she is and the dedication she brings to every client, every case, and every corner of her practice.

The Council plays a vital role in advancing tax law across Maryland, from continuing legal education and professional leadership to legislative advocacy that shapes the future of our field. Leticia will bring passion, consistency, and genuine commitment to that mission.

Leticia exemplifies what it looks like to show up fully, day after day. Her dedication to her clients and her craft is evident in everything she does, and it is a privilege to watch her continue to grow and flourish as part of the Azarvand Tax Law family!

06/05/2026

Join us on June 17 from 9 AM–1 PM for our Annual Tax Controversy Training.

This 4-hour online training will cover common issues MVLS clients face, including audits, collection alternatives, EITC denials, liens and levies, refunds, and debt cancellations.

We’re grateful to have this training presented by:
Dan Heller, Esq. — McCauley Law Offices, P.C.
Jay Maschas — Comptroller of Maryland
Candice Miller, Esq. — Azarvand Tax Law / Taxpayer Advocate Service

This webinar is ideal for new MVLS volunteers and volunteers from other legal programs who are interested in taking on tax controversy cases.

Register today: https://buff.ly/seHbCEx

06/03/2026

🌟 Monthly Team Member Spotlight 🌟

This month, we're excited to spotlight Kim Esmores, Paralegal at Azarvand Tax Law!

Nearly a year and a half ago, we welcomed Kim to Azarvand Tax Law as a Legal Assistant. What followed has been a story of steady, impressive growth, and we couldn't be prouder.

Within her first year, Kim earned a promotion to Paralegal, a recognition well deserved by anyone who has had the pleasure of working alongside her. Now she's taking her commitment even further, currently pursuing her Enrolled Agent credentials, a rigorous designation that will give her the ability to assist our clients directly before the IRS.

What makes Kim exceptional isn't just her technical growth, though that has been remarkable. It's the combination of competence and warmth she brings to every interaction. Clients trust her. Our attorneys rely on her. And she approaches every new challenge that comes her way, whether it's a complicated tax filing or an unfamiliar jurisdiction, with the same quiet determination that earned her that first promotion.

We're proud to have Kim on the Azarvand Tax Law team, and we're excited to see what she accomplishes next!

05/18/2026

Azarvand Tax Law is proud to be represented at this year's Data Driven Salon Summit by Salon Today in Austin, TX by Managing Partner Tina Azarvand and Associate Attorney Leticia Skrabut!

On May 18, Tina will be hosting a seminar specifically for salon and spa owners covering the most common tax pitfalls we see in the industry, and how to address them.

At Azarvand Tax Law, we believe niche industries deserve specialized expertise. The beauty industry is one we know deeply, and we're passionate about helping salon and spa owners protect what they've built.

05/08/2026

Tina Azarvand, Esq., LL.M. and Leticia Skrabut, Esq. are in Washington, D.C. for the American Bar Association Section of Taxation Midyear Meeting, where IRS officials are sharing the latest federal tax developments.

04/28/2026

We’re excited to welcome two outstanding new Law Clerks to our team!

Kaleab Tekleyohannes and Jeremy Taitano, both from the The University of Baltimore School of Law, recently joined our team and we couldn't be more excited to have them on board.

Kaleab and Jeremy bring a shared commitment to excellence that aligns perfectly with our firm's values. As our firm continues to grow, we're excited to have them grow right along with us!

Please join us in giving them a warm welcome! 🤝

04/27/2026

🌟 Monthly Team Member Highlight 🌟

This month, we're excited to spotlight Leticia Skrabut, Esq., Tax Attorney at Azarvand Tax Law!

Leticia represents businesses and individuals in a wide range of tax matters before the Internal Revenue Service and local taxing authorities. Her practice focuses on tax controversy and compliance, bringing focused, strategic advocacy to clients navigating matters before the IRS and local taxing authorities.

A native speaker of both Spanish and English, Leticia serves clients in both languages, a reflection of the firm's deep commitment to ensuring that language is never a barrier to quality legal representation.

Leticia earned her Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School, where she served as Chair of Professional Outreach for the Tax Law Society, Academic Chair of the Latin American Law Students Association, and Treasurer of the International Refugee Assistance Project, reflecting her passion for tax law, and her dedication to community service.

Prior to her admission to the bar, Leticia built a strong practical foundation through several legal roles, including as a Student Attorney in the Small Business and Community Economic Development Clinic, as a Law Clerk at a boutique tax law firm, and ultimately as a Law Clerk here at Azarvand Tax Law, where her talent and dedication made her a natural fit for the team.

What truly sets Leticia apart is her consistency and accountability, qualities that make her not only a trusted advocate for her clients, but an invaluable asset to the Azarvand Tax Law team.

We're so grateful to have Leticia's expertise, bilingual talent, and client-first approach as part of the Azarvand Tax Law family! 👏

04/14/2026

Do you hold a financial account outside the United States? 🌍🏦

You may have a federal reporting obligation with an often overlooked federal agency, FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network).

While foreign bank accounts are by far the most common trigger, it is important to note that the reporting requirement extends to a broad range of foreign financial accounts, such as foreign pension plans, trusts, and investment accounts.

If you are a U.S. person, including citizens, residents (such as green card holders or those meeting the substantial presence test), trusts, or domestic entity, and the aggregate value of your foreign financial accounts exceeded $10,000 at any point during the year, you are required to file with FinCEN.

That $10,000 threshold is calculated by adding up all of your covered foreign financial accounts together, across every country, not account by account.

Follw us on Instagram () for part 2, where we dig into the applicable FBAR penalties.

Questions about your foreign financial account reporting obligations? Schedule a free consultation by calling 410-698-4005 or emailing us at [email protected]. 📩

04/13/2026

Are you a taxpayer impacted by Super Typhoon Sinlaku? 🚨

Relief is on the way, but where you live matters. Following actions by President Trump, Governor Guerrero, and Governor Apatang, both U.S. territories have relief in place, but taxpayers living in Guam are not in the same position as those living in the CNMI. The differences are significant.

Read our full article in Marianas Press to make sure you know exactly where you stand.

📩 Questions about your specific situation? Visit us online at AzarvandTaxLaw.com to self-schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation.

https://marianaspress.com/news/article/what-sinlaku-means-for-your-taxes

If you have not yet filed your return or requested an extension in advance of the April 15 tax deadline, you are not alone. With Super Typhoon Sinlaku bearing down on the Marianas, there are real questions about what happens to the April 15 deadline. Federal emergency declarations have now been appr...

04/01/2026

We are excited to share that Azarvand Tax Law Partner Candice Miller, Esq. will be speaking at the
Maryland State Bar Association’s Diversity in Tax Law Panel.

The panel will be hosted by the The University of Baltimore School of Law on Monday, April 6th from 12:30 - 2:30 PM, followed by a networking reception.

👇 Click the link below to register! 👇

Please join the Taxation Section Diversity & Inclusion Committee for a moderated panel discussion exploring diversity and inclusion in the practice of tax law followed by a networking reception. Light refreshments will be provided for attendees during the panel discussion.