67/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Tax Lawyers in Ludlow, MA: 2026 rankings
15 tax lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in Ludlow: Tax Help Basics, LFR Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): Top Line Tax, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 15.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Hardy Law Group, 117 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 15 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
15 Ludlow tax lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 8 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 15 rated law firms.
Top 10 tax lawyers in Ludlow at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tax Help Basics | 67 | 5.0★ (11) | Springfield, 7 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Top Line Tax | 62 | 5.0★ (11) | Worcester, 35 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Tax Wisdom Group | 62 | 5.0★ (10) | Worcester, 35 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Barlow Tax Solutions | 62 | 4.8★ (15) | West Hartford, 31 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Hardy Law Group | 59 | 4.6★ (117) | West Hartford, 31 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Most reviews |
| 6 | Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC | 58 | 5.0★ (45) | Hartford, 29 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Central Tax Law, LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (68) | Worcester, 36 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | TAX LAW ANSWERS | 56 | 5.0★ (7) | Wethersfield, 35 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | The Law Offices of Neil Crane LLC | 55 | 4.9★ (27) | Farmington, 35 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Vector Tax Solutions | 54 | 4.8★ (43) | Windsor Locks, 19 mi away | — | — |
All 15 tax lawyers in Ludlow, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
#2 Top Line Tax
Based in Worcester, 35 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Worcester, 35 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Hartford, 31 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Hartford, 31 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 117 Google reviews, the most in Ludlow.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hartford, 29 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Worcester, 36 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wethersfield, 35 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Farmington, 35 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Windsor Locks, 19 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Glastonbury, 35 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 85 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 7 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Manchester, 26 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hartford, 29 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hartford, 30 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Ludlow
20 more tax lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Campbell Law Offices, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| Carmina Law | 4.8★ (49) | In Ludlow |
| Christopher, Hays, Wojcik & Mavricos, LLP | 5.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| Farrington Law, PC | 4.3★ (41) | In Ludlow |
| Fogarty Edward B Attorney | 5.0★ (1) | 7 mi |
| John P. DaCruz P.C. | 4.9★ (11) | In Ludlow |
| Kring & Associates | 5.0★ (2) | 31 mi |
| Law Office of John F. Soja, P.C. | 3.7★ (3) | In Ludlow |
| Legacy Counsellors, P.C | 4.7★ (32) | In Ludlow |
| M Trant Campbell | 5.0★ (1) | In Ludlow |
| Marta Law Offices | 4.4★ (14) | In Ludlow |
| MassConn Title & Closing LLC - Attorney Jack Lapomardo | 5.0★ (13) | In Ludlow |
| Mc Coy Fred A | 4.3★ (6) | In Ludlow |
| Mulhern Timothy P | 7 mi | |
| Partners Tax | 7 mi | |
| Paul Mancinone Co PC: Mancinone Paul L CPA | 3.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Resnic Beauregard Waite: Driscoll John J | 9 mi | |
| Robert P. Cunningham, Attorney At Law | 7 mi | |
| Sarraff Professional Services | 5.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| Silva Joaquim | 5.0★ (1) | In Ludlow |
How we ranked Ludlow tax lawyers
We scored 15 Ludlow tax lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Ludlow data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a tax lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many tax law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the lawyer handles audits, collections and Tax Court, or only planning.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a tax lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Do you handle audits and appeals yourself?
- Is my situation civil, or could it become criminal?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Tax lawyers in Ludlow: frequently asked questions
Which tax lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Ludlow?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked tax lawyer in Ludlow, MA is Tax Help Basics with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Top Line Tax (#2) and Tax Wisdom Group (#3) follow. We ranked 15 tax lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many tax lawyers are there in Ludlow?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 15 tax lawyers serving Ludlow, MA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which tax lawyers in Ludlow are open 24/7?
6 ranked tax lawyers in Ludlow post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Tax Help Basics (#1), Top Line Tax (#2) and Tax Wisdom Group (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which tax lawyers in Ludlow work on weekends?
8 of 15 ranked tax lawyers post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Tax Help Basics (#1), Top Line Tax (#2) and Tax Wisdom Group (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Ludlow tax lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 15 rated tax lawyers in Ludlow is 4.9★, with a median of 11 reviews. Hardy Law Group has the most, 117 reviews, and ranks #5. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank tax lawyers?
Each tax lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do tax lawyers outside Ludlow count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Ludlow city center, our service radius for tax lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can tax lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do tax lawyers in Ludlow, MA charge?
Tax lawyers usually bill hourly; some offer flat fees for defined work such as an offer in compromise. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $446 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Should I hire a tax lawyer, a CPA or an enrolled agent?
All three can represent taxpayers before the IRS (Treasury Circular 230). A tax lawyer adds legal privilege for advice and can represent you in Tax Court and in criminal tax matters. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of tax lawyers in Ludlow, MA ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Ludlow?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Ludlow
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 15 tax lawyers serving Ludlow.
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