A substantial portion of the law practice of James S. McNider, III P.L.C. is the representation of businesses in connection with their Virginia state and local taxes:
The firm represents taxpayers of all sizes, including Fortune 100 companies, in their dealings with the Virginia Department of Taxation, local Commissioners of Revenue, and other local tax assessors.
The firm regularly represents taxpayers that are under audit or desire to appeal a tax assessment.
In addition, the firm will conduct a tax review of a taxpayer's local business license taxes, local personal property taxes, and state sales taxes, often on a contingent fee basis.
Through administrative and judicial protests and appeals over the last 20 years, Jim McNider has successfully abated millions of dollars of tax assessments.
The law firm also frequently accepts engagements in the following areas:
Representation of majority or minority shareholders in corporate control contests or corporate divorce matters.
Representation of individuals in divorce and family law matters, especially where complex financial affairs and significant assets are involved.
Representation of beneficiaries in estates and trusts where the trustee fails to manage assets or make distributions as requested.
Representation of charities and other exempt organizations.
Mergers and acquisitions.
General corporate representation.
Unique situations involving financial matters where discretion and creativity is required.