Tax Attorneys and Certified Tax Resolution Specialists

In 2011, TRS was recognized for the second year in a row on the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest Growing Companies, joining the ranks of past honorees such as Apple, Patagonia, Intuit, Microsoft and Oracle. TRS earned the position of 1,467 on Inc's annual rankings and ranked #123 in financial services, further distinguishing it as the premier firm Americans need to turn to for reliable and expert tax relief services as well as an exceptional customer experience.

TRS is the only national tax resolution firm comprised of experienced tax attorneys, CPAs, and tax relief professionals practicing as Tax Resolution Specialists certified by the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS). This is what makes us uniquely qualified to successfully solve IRS problems day in and day out. Our licensed professionals (every tax attorney, CPA and enrolled agent) must meet educational, experience and examination requirements prescribed by the ASTPS, a national, not-for-profit professional organization. The ASTPS certification applies only to tax relief professionals who are a CPA, income tax attorney, or enrolled agent in good standing with the respective state that licenses/regulates him/her.

We are your Advocates, as evidenced by the following:

• Our professional have saved clients millions of dollars
• We've successfully resolved thousands of cases since 1998
• We are dedicated to providing the highest standards in the quality of our work and making sure the customer's experience exceeds their expectations

At T.R.S., we encourage our clients to do themselves and their loved ones a favor by exercising their right to have expert representation before the IRS. From our 150 plus years of combined experience, we know that waiting only makes matters worse. Once we are retained by a client, we take over all communication with the IRS. In taking this first step, our clients no longer have to worry about getting that dreaded knock on the door, or phone call, and can begin sleeping at night once again. We are also dedicated to advising and educating our clients of their options for tax help. Our client success stories speak for themselves.

Michael Rozbruch, Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Michael Rozbruch is the firm's founder and one of the nation's leading experts on solving individual and small business IRS tax problems. As a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist (CTRS) and CPA (licensed in the state of Maryland), he has represented thousands of taxpayers who owe the IRS, but simply cannot afford to pay. Michael has been a guest speaker on over 200 radio stations across the country and has been interviewed on numerous TV news programs as a nationally recognized expert guest speaker. Rozbruch is the founding member of the Tax Problem Resolution Services Coalition (TPRSC) which he formed to promote and ensure the protection of consumers from unfair and deceptive advertising claims from unscrupulous tax representation providers.

In 2011, The American Business Awards nominated Michael as Executive of the Year in the financial services category. He was an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2011 Semifinalist. In 2009, CPA Magazine honored Michael with the prestigious national recognition of Top Tax Advisor to Know During Recession. He was also named an Executive of the Year Finalist in the 2009 American Business Awards. Additionally, Michael is the recipient of ASTPS's prestigious "Top Practitioner" fall 2005 Award, which recognizes distinguished members for their exemplary professional accomplishments, dedication, and contributions to the organization and the profession.

Michael and team have successfully settled hundreds of Offers in Compromise (IRS settlements) saving clients a significant amount of their outstanding tax bill. Michael has 30 years of general business experience, mostly in the financial arena, with the last ten years, dedicated to helping individuals and businesses solve their IRS collection related problems. He started out in the corporate world, and rose to the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of both large and small public companies. He is a graduate of S.U.N.Y. at Brockport, Brockport, New York, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. He is a licensed CPA in the state of Maryland. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Maryland Association of CPA's (MACPA), the Better Business Bureau (BBB), International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, charter member of the American Society of IRS Problem Solvers (ASIPS), member of the Disciplinary Committee of the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS), and a recognized inductee into the "Who's Who" in finance and Industry.

Brian Compton, President

Brian Compton joined the firm in 2004. He oversees day-to-day operations, strategy and business development.

Brian has extensive background in consumer products and retail operations and has held key financial roles in a number of publicly traded corporations. He has 23 years of general management and financial experience. Brian began his professional career at KPMG (Big 4 Accounting Firm) where he was a member of their tax practice- overseeing a broad spectrum of clients- corporate, partnership and individual. Most recently, he was the Senior Vice President of Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Information Officer for Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk. During his five year stint with the entertainment conglomerate (owned by NBC a division of General Electric), he oversaw the transformation of the Finance, Accounting and IT organizations and information systems. He has also held key financial positions with Coach Leatherware, a division of Sara Lee and Pepsi Cola Co. East.

He is a graduate of the University of California at Los Angeles, with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He has also taken post graduate courses in taxation at the University of Southern California. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the state of California and a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist (CTRS). He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the California Society of CPA's, the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers, the Better Business Bureau and a recognized inductee into the "Who's Who" in America.

Our team of Tax Attorneys, CPAs, and Tax Resolutions Specialists can help you reduce back taxes and find tax relief. Get a free Tax Relief Consultation or call 866-IRS-PROBLEMS.