Dean Sage
Sage Law Firm
California
CA, Tax Court
"Very prompt and attentive to work. Dean is awesome to work with."
About
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 wholeheartedly recommend Dean Sage for anyone who has a need for assistance with non-profit law. his knowledge is thorough, his attention to detail is superb, and his response time is nearly instantaneous. You will be in good hands with Dean. Thomas McClure [President of the Iowa Hill Community Cemetery]"
"Thank you! Great job."
"Dean was engaged to help us with a delicate matter. After reviewing the situation he was able to articulate and execute a plan to achieve the desired outcome."
"Great work"
"Dean did a great job in a timely manner. He understood our problem and helped us get our organization back on track."
"Dean was prompt, professional and extremely thorough while researching and helping to resolve a corporate tax issue. Some legal questions are black & white, while others are many shades of gray; despite the complexity of our tax/legal question, Dean went above and beyond to research and help us understand our options and strategize a favorable solution. I'd work with him again without doubt."
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.
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.
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.
Qualcomm
Legal Intern
May 2008 - Aug 2008
Maintained various contracts. Drafted and catalogued injunction documentation. Created corporate record files.
U.S. District Court
Judicial Extern
May 2007 - Aug 2007
Researched relevant law and drafted order proposals for a variety of civil cases.