Both Intentional and Unintentional Offshore Tax Evasion Can Lead to Serious Outcomes
Criminal Penalties
- Up to 14 years in federal prison for money laundering charges
Civil Penalties:
- FBAR violations, up to 50% of your entire offshore account balance
Professional Consequences
- Loss of professional licenses (CPA, attorney, medical)
Asset Forfeiture
- Government seizure of offshore accounts and domestic assets
International Travel Restrictions
- Passport revocation or restrictions affecting global mobility
Credit and Financial Destruction
- Credit score devastation, making loans and mortgages impossible
Reputational Annihilation
- Public record of tax disputes damaging personal and professional relationships
Family Financial Devastation
- Spouse facing joint liability for unreported income and penalties
If there’s even a chance your offshore accounts weren’t properly reported, act now before the IRS does.
Verni Tax Law is an Individual Law firm that has helped clients avoid prosecution, stop asset seizures, and quietly resolve offshore issues.
How Do We Handle Your Offshore Tax Evasion & Money Laundering Case?
- Minimize Your Exposure to Penalties
Every case begins with a detailed assessment of your financial and filing history. We identify reporting gaps, evaluate the severity of exposure, and take action to reduce or eliminate civil and criminal penalties before charges escalate. - Represent You Before the IRS and DOJ
You won’t face the government alone. We serve as your legal voice during IRS interviews, audits, and DOJ investigations. From handling document requests to negotiating directly with federal authorities, we take over all communications to protect your rights. - Build a Strategic Legal Defense
With over 20 years of experience in international tax law, we develop defense strategies based on what actually works. Whether your case involves offshore trusts, layered entities, or suspicious transfers, we use tested legal approaches that align with your situation. - Act Before the Government Does
Timing is critical. If we step in before the IRS or DOJ initiates formal charges, we can often resolve the matter through corrective action, such as voluntary disclosures or amended filings, which may reduce or eliminate the risk of prosecution.
Choose Verni Tax Law
Choose Tax Defense Backed by Law and Ledger
Dual Expertise
Anthony Verni is both a licensed offshore tax evasion attorney and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), giving you the rare advantage of combined legal and financial strategy under one roof.
Former IRS Experience
Our team includes professionals with past experience inside the IRS. We know how their investigations work and how to get ahead of them.
Bi-Coastal Presence
With offices in Princeton, NJ, and Fort Lauderdale, FL, we’re positioned to represent clients facing federal charges across the U.S.
Specialized Focus:
We operate exclusively in this space. Our work is narrowly focused on offshore tax evasion, money laundering defense, and complex international tax issues. That’s all we do, and we do it exceptionally well.
We Don’t Leave Gaps the IRS Can Use Against You
They start their investigation long before you even know you’re a target.
One missed form. One overlooked disclosure. One unreported transfer. That’s all it takes.
If your offshore reporting isn’t airtight, the IRS and DOJ will build a case in silence, then come knocking when it’s too late to fix it quietly.
Here’s what happens when compliance is overlooked through the cracks
We Don’t Leave Your Freedom or Finances to Chance
As a licensed attorney and CPA, we double-check every offshore form, filing, and disclosure because missing even one can cost you your freedom, your assets, or your reputation.
The Authorities Have Resources to Investigate, Prosecute, and Win!
You Need Representation that Understands the System inside and out
Don’t assume you can explain the IRS away. Offshore tax cases are built months before you’re contacted. One wrong answer can close doors to settlement and open the door to prosecution.
Your defense begins with one smart decision; let it begin with Verni Tax Law’s offshore tax evasion attorney.
FAQs
What’s the difference between offshore tax evasion and tax avoidance?
Tax avoidance refers to using legal methods to reduce your tax burden, such as deductions or credits. Offshore tax evasion, on the other hand, involves intentionally concealing foreign income or assets to avoid paying U.S. taxes. The former is lawful; the latter is a federal crime with serious consequences.
What are the criminal penalties for offshore tax evasion?
Criminal charges may result in:
- Up to 5 years in federal prison for tax evasion
- Up to 14 years for related money laundering charges
- Fines up to $250,000 for individuals (or $500,000 for corporations)
These penalties are often combined with back taxes, interest, civil penalties, and asset forfeiture.
How does the IRS detect hidden offshore accounts?
Most people don’t realize the IRS starts investigating long before they reach out to you.
They use:
- John Doe summons to gather information from foreign banks
- International data-sharing agreements (under FATCA)
- Whistleblower reports
- Advanced AI and data analysis to flag irregularities in filings You may already be on their radar without knowing it.
Can I avoid criminal charges if I come forward voluntarily?
In certain cases, yes, but only if the IRS hasn’t started investigating. The IRS Voluntary Disclosure Program allows qualifying taxpayers to come clean and avoid prosecution. However, eligibility depends on timing, truthfulness, and completeness. We assess your case to determine the safest path forward.
Is there a statute of limitations for offshore tax evasion?
Civil tax matters involving offshore accounts typically carry a 6-year statute of limitations, but for criminal tax fraud, there’s no time limit. The IRS can initiate charges years later if it suspects willful misconduct. The sooner you address the issue, the better your options.
That’s why it’s critical to act early. We are an Individual Law firm; Our tax evasion defense attorney can review your situation, protect your legal rights, and help you avoid charges that may arise long after the filing deadline.
Do I have to report small foreign accounts under $10,000?
Yes, if the combined value of all your foreign accounts exceeded $10,000 at any time during the year, you’re required to file an FBAR. Even if individual accounts seem small, the total balance determines reporting obligations. Failing to report can still lead to hefty fines or investigations.
What should I do if an IRS agent contacts me about offshore accounts?
Do not make statements, provide documents, or attempt to explain.
Contact an experienced offshore tax attorney immediately. You have the right to remain silent and the right to legal counsel. Anything you say, no matter how innocent, can be used against you. Let our tax evasion lawyer handle all communication with the IRS on your behalf.
