71/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 99 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Tax Lawyers in Washington, D.C., DC: 2026 rankings
142 tax lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Washington, D.C.: Frost Law, LFR Score 71/100; 4.8★ from 99 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Esquire Tax Solutions, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 142.
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Most-reviewed: Frost Law, 210 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 142 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
142 Washington, D.C. tax lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 39 are open 24/7, 49 open Saturdays and 43 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 142 rated law firms.
Top 10 tax lawyers in Washington, D.C. 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 | Frost Law | 71 | 4.8★ (99) | Washington, D.C. | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Esquire Tax Solutions | 70 | 4.9★ (57) | Washington, D.C. | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Frost Law | 69 | 5.0★ (85) | Rockville, 11 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Frost Law | 68 | 4.9★ (210) | Annapolis, 27 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Most reviews |
| 5 | J. David Tax Law - Washington DC Tax Attorney | 66 | 5.0★ (7) | Washington, D.C. | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Ellyn Tanenberg, Attorney & CPA | 65 | 4.9★ (27) | Washington, D.C. | Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Pontius Tax Law, PLLC | 65 | 5.0★ (52) | Washington, D.C. | — | — |
| 8 | The Law Offices of Sammy Kim PLLC | 65 | 5.0★ (117) | Fairfax, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Tax Relief Counsel - Tax Attorney | 65 | 5.0★ (51) | Washington, D.C. | — | — |
| 10 | Castro & Co. | 64 | 4.2★ (26) | Washington, D.C. | — | — |
All 142 tax lawyers in Washington, D.C., 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.
Based in Washington, D.C.
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#3 Frost Law
Based in Rockville, 11 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 85 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#4 Frost Law
Based in Annapolis, 27 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 210 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C.
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 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 Washington, D.C.
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C.
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Fairfax, 14 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C.
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#10 Castro & Co.
Based in Washington, D.C.
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Bethesda, 6 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Baltimore, 36 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C.
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#14 Tax Wisdom Group
Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#15 Top Line Tax
Based in Rockville, 12 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Fairfax, 11 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 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 Alexandria, 7 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#18 Tax Solvers Team
Based in Silver Spring, 7 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C.
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#20 Frost Law
Based in Columbia, 24 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#21 Grey Stone Tax
Based in Arlington, 3 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#23 Grey Stone Tax
Based in Alexandria, 10 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rockville, 15 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#25 Tax Wisdom Group
Based in Tysons Corner, 11 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Tax lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 142 ranked tax lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Back Tax Expert | 63 | 4.9★ (51) | 11 mi |
| 27 | Tax Resolution Group | 63 | 5.0★ (4) | 12 mi |
| 28 | Tax Help Basics | 62 | 5.0★ (3) | 11 mi |
| 29 | Tax Help Resource | 62 | 5.0★ (5) | 16 mi |
| 30 | Gabaie & Associates, LLC-Maryland Tax Attorney | 62 | 5.0★ (96) | 28 mi |
| 31 | Tax Help Group | 62 | 5.0★ (4) | 18 mi |
| 32 | Jorge Law Firm | 62 | 4.9★ (29) | 10 mi |
| 33 | Pontius Tax Law, PLLC | 62 | 5.0★ (21) | 6 mi |
| 34 | Pontius Tax Law, PLLC | 62 | 5.0★ (23) | 7 mi |
| 35 | Royal Law Firm PLLC | 62 | 4.5★ (17) | In Washington, D.C. |
| 36 | Gabaie & Associates, LLC-Maryland Tax Attorney | 61 | 4.8★ (33) | 14 mi |
| 37 | Sodowsky Law Firm, PC | 61 | 4.9★ (48) | 19 mi |
| 38 | Tax Resolution Group | 61 | 5.0★ (5) | 24 mi |
| 39 | Sage Tax Relief | 61 | 5.0★ (3) | 18 mi |
| 40 | Tax Wisdom Group | 61 | 5.0★ (4) | 21 mi |
| 41 | Total Tax Group | 61 | 4.9★ (7) | 28 mi |
| 42 | Tax Help Resource | 61 | 5.0★ (3) | 19 mi |
| 43 | Thorn Law Group | 61 | 5.0★ (10) | In Washington, D.C. |
| 44 | Tax Resolution Group | 61 | 4.8★ (5) | 24 mi |
| 45 | Top Line Tax | 61 | 5.0★ (4) | 24 mi |
| 46 | Pontius Tax Law, PLLC | 61 | 5.0★ (26) | 15 mi |
| 47 | Thorough Deductions | 61 | 5.0★ (9) | 8 mi |
| 48 | Attorney Michael March | 61 | 5.0★ (7) | In Washington, D.C. |
| 49 | Arlington Tax Pros | 61 | 5.0★ (3) | 6 mi |
| 50 | CMS Tax Relief | 61 | 5.0★ (7) | 32 mi |
Also serving Washington, D.C.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Braver Law | 4.9★ (246) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Edison Law Group, PLLC. | 4.8★ (198) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Eric Siegel Law | 4.8★ (174) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Forster Law Firm, PLLC | 4.8★ (44) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Garner Law PLLC | 4.5★ (40) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Hogan Lovells Cadwalader | 4.8★ (59) | In Washington, D.C. |
| K&L Gates LLP | 2.4★ (60) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Katz Banks Kumin | 4.3★ (72) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Kevin C. Martin, Attorney at Law, PLLC | 5.0★ (121) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Lee Legal | 5.0★ (92) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Lopez Law Firm PLLC | 4.9★ (63) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Migliaccio & Rathod LLP | 4.9★ (234) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Morgan & Morgan | 4.8★ (1,485) | In Washington, D.C. |
| National Security Law Firm | 4.9★ (310) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Pertierra Law Office PC | 4.1★ (83) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Peter D. Antonoplos At Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, LLP | 4.8★ (198) | In Washington, D.C. |
| The Lapidus Law Firm, PLLC | 4.9★ (60) | In Washington, D.C. |
| The Washington Law Firm PLLC | 4.8★ (77) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Trombly & Singer, PLLC | 5.0★ (133) | In Washington, D.C. |
| Trusts & Estates Law Group: Kerri Castellini | 4.9★ (59) | In Washington, D.C. |
How we ranked Washington, D.C. tax lawyers
We scored 142 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.: frequently asked questions
Which tax lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Washington, D.C.?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked tax lawyer in Washington, D.C., DC is Frost Law with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 4.8★ from 99 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Esquire Tax Solutions (#2) and Frost Law (#3) follow. We ranked 142 tax lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many tax lawyers are there in Washington, D.C.?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 142 tax lawyers serving Washington, D.C., DC. 12 of them are based in Washington, D.C.; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which tax lawyers in Washington, D.C. are open 24/7?
39 ranked tax lawyers in Washington, D.C. post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Frost Law (#1), Esquire Tax Solutions (#2) and Frost Law (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which tax lawyers in Washington, D.C. work on weekends?
49 of 142 ranked tax lawyers post Saturday hours and 43 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Frost Law (#1), Esquire Tax Solutions (#2) and Frost Law (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Washington, D.C. tax lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 142 rated tax lawyers in Washington, D.C. is 5.0★, with a median of 15 reviews. Frost Law has the most, 210 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Washington, D.C. count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C., DC 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 Washington, D.C., DC 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 Washington, D.C.?
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 Washington, D.C.
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 142 tax lawyers serving Washington, D.C..
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