Dean Sage

Dean Sage

Sage Law Firm

San Diego
California
Licensed in
CA, Tax Court
University of Michigan Law School

"Very prompt and attentive to work. Dean is awesome to work with."

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About
Dean and his team represent clients in all manners of tax controversy and provides comprehensive business consulting to companies and nonprofits of all sizes. From corporations to sole proprietors, Dean has worked with dozens of start-ups as well as multinational organizations. He enjoys assisting business clients with all legal matters from formation to dissolution.

Dean routinely represents individuals and businesses before the IRS and various state taxation agencies. From audits to appeals, he works closely with his clients to reach favorable outcomes and beneficial resolutions. Though he assists many clients in his home state of
… read more California, Dean values working with a diverse clientele throughout the country. The team at Sage Law Firm offers assistance with contracts, tax planning, and bankruptcy filings when necessary.
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"I am so happy to have found Dean, I have confidence that I am in good hands should any future legal matters arise!"

Project Drafting
Posted on Dec 31, 2018
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"Dean is an amazing tax attorney! He really understands the proper steps to protect yourself and your business in relations to taxes, debts to other businesses, etc. I personally work with Dean and so does my company. Great find!"

Assist with Tax Filings
Posted on Dec 29, 2018
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"Dean was one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with! Meticulous attention to detail, clear communication, responsive, knowledgeable, very thorough. I worked with him on the final dissolution of my company, and I wish he was the one to process the whole of it to begin with. Couldn't recommend him more!"

Corporate Dissolution and Abatement
Posted on Dec 21, 2018
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"Dean and his team go above and beyond to make sure your goals and objectives are met. You can tell that getting the job done right is their top priority. I highly recommend contacting them for any legal matter!"

Main File Drafting
Posted on Dec 15, 2018
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"My view of working with lawyers has been changed after working with Dean. He acres about every aspect of his clients' projects, and it really shows!"

Independent Writing Project
Posted on Dec 1, 2018
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"I highly recommend Sage Law Firm for all of your legal needs. They are quick, efficient, and work creatively to achieve your goals and objectives!"

Other Legal Research & Writing Matter
Posted on Nov 15, 2018

Work History

Sage Law Firm

Managing Partner

Jan 2016 - Present

Sage Law Firm is a boutique tax controversy and business consulting firm in San Diego, specializing in all matters of tax controversy with both federal and state tax agencies. We provide comprehensive consulting to businesses across the country, with an emphasis on startups, small businesses, and non-profits. We proudly assist clients with any legal need related to their business.

Jan 2016 - Present

Haack & Company International Tax and Business Consulting

Tax Controversy Specialist

Oct 2009 - Dec 2015

Lead representative and audit coordinator defending clients and corporations before the Internal Revenue Service and various state agencies. In California, represented clients' interests before the FTB, EDD, BOE and Department of Tax and Fee Administration. Assisted clients in nationwide sales tax matters and international tax matters. Prepared clients for protests, appeals, and U.S. Tax Court.

Oct 2009 - Dec 2015

Rope Swing Productions

General Counsel

Aug 2007 - May 2009

Provided in-house counsel to a production company. Drafted all manner of business contracts including talent attachment agreements, licensing deals, non-disclosure, independent contractor, and profit-sharing agreements.

Aug 2007 - May 2009

Qualcomm

Legal Intern

May 2008 - Aug 2008

Maintained various contracts. Drafted and catalogued injunction documentation. Created corporate record files.

May 2008 - Aug 2008

U.S. District Court

Judicial Extern

May 2007 - Aug 2007

Researched relevant law and drafted order proposals for a variety of civil cases.

May 2007 - Aug 2007
Publications on UpCounsel

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