Tax problem solutions at the local level.

We provide legal assistance for taxpayers that have found themselves with unmanageable federal and state income tax problems.

“I can’t thank the Ecton Law Firm enough for helping me deal with my IRS issue. John handled my case in a timely and professional manner. Thank goodness I found John!”

– Alexis E

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Your Local Tax Attorney

Serving South Carolina & North Carolina

We believe in improving your life by helping you resolve your income or business tax problem for good and giving you a chance at a better future. The IRS is intimidating and if you ignore the problem they have the power to take your money, your home, your paycheck, and even your freedom.

We are local tax attorneys, and we are available to you whenever you wish to speak with us. We sit down with you, face-to-face, to discuss your situation. We thoroughly review the options that are available to you, and we take over communicating with the IRS so you don’t have to shoulder the burden alone anymore.

OUR Services

We are offering

Tax Appeals

Tax Appeals

Audit  Representation

Audit Representation

Bank Levies

Bank Levies

Currently Not  Collectible Status

Currently Not Collectible Status

Innocent Spouse  Relief

Innocent Spouse Relief

Installment  Agreements

Installment Agreements

IRS Account  Investigation

IRS Account Investigation

Lien Assistance

Lien Assistance

Offers In  Compromise

Offers In Compromise

Payroll Tax  Representation

Payroll Tax Representation

Penalty  Abatements

Penalty Abatements

Revenue Officer  Assistance

Revenue Officer Assistance

State  Representation

State Representation

Tax Court  Representation

Tax Court Representation

Tax Law

Tax Law

Wage Levies Or  Garnishments

Wage Levies Or Garnishments

Wage Levies Or  Garnishments

Fresh Start Initiative Attorney

OUR Team

Meet the Team

John Ecton
John Ecton
John Ecton

John Ecton

Attorney

John Ecton received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Tulsa College of Law in 1992. He began his legal career in Columbia, South Carolina the same year. John received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Oklahoma in 1989.

John is a Member of the South Carolina Bar, and admitted to practice before all the Courts in South Carolina and the United States Tax Court.

Margaret “Laurin” Dukes

Attorney

Laurin Dukes received her Juris Doctorate from the Charleston School of Law in 2013. She began her legal career in Columbia, South Carolina the same year. Laurin received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Business Associations from the University of South Carolina in 2010.

While in Charleston, Laurin was an active member of both the community and her law school. She served as a member of both the Student Bar Association and the Women in Law Board and volunteered with the Charleston County Guardian ad Litem program.

Laurin Dukes
Laurin Dukes
Laurin Dukes
Julie Monsale
Alex
Julie Monsale

Alex

Attorney, Enrolled Agent

Alexander (Alex) Lall is a tax controversy attorney with more than 20 years of experience in the field. As a licensed attorney (Illinois 1998) and an enrolled agent (2017), he enjoys the process of bringing order and resolution to what often starts as an overwhelming process for clients.

He has yet to meet a tax problem he won’t tackle head on, and is energized when clients bring new and challenging issues.

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Client Testimonials

- Jay S.

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“Anybody that has any problems with the IRS. Ecton Law Firm is the company you need to call. I cannot convey how happy I am with the service they provided. They went above and beyond anything that I could imagine.”
“The lawyer that I had Laurin, responded to all of my emails promptly and was able to settle my 60k debt for 5k.”

- Alexis C.

Star Reviews
“I can’t thank the Ecton Law Firm enough for helping me deal with my IRS issue. John handled my case in a timely and professional manner. Thank goodness I found John!”

- Jack M.

Star Reviews
“John is the only lawyer that listened and believed me in a particular issue. He and his staff have been spot on. Try them and thank me later…”

- John M.

Star Reviews
“John Ecton and his staff were very helpful in my situation of getting our tax problems resolved. It was such a relief!”

- Anonymous

Star Reviews
“I honestly can’t think on any improvements – I was always satisfied and beyond. The staff went the extra mile to help me.”

- Anonymous

Star Reviews
“The overall feeling seemed to be like concerned family matters being handled professionally. I was given refreshments and ample time to fill out paperwork. I felt like I was going in the right direction with an honest law firm.”

- Anonymous

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“I am sure I spoke to a few people but they never made me feel like I was a bother – they answered all phone calls and text messages as soon as they could. They made sure I stayed focus at all times.”

- Anonymous

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“Mr. Ecton gave me the impression that he wants to help me right away. He was honest and wants to get me the best possible relief.”

- Saranne M.

Star Reviews
Our hearts will forever overflow with gratitude & thankfulness for you & your kindness towards us. You knocked the ball out of the park getting us released from the IRS & setting us free from the 20+ years of bondage. You’re a good man, John Ecton. God bless you.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What If I Owe The IRS?

Can The IRS Levy Wages?

What Are IRS Installment Agreements?

Are You Being Audited By The IRS?

What Can I Do About an IRS Levy?

What If I Have Unpaid Payroll Taxes?

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