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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Client Reviews
"Working with Dean was an absolute pleasure. It is clear that Dean is passionate about, and thorough in, his work. We hired him to review documentation regarding our nonprofit formation, and he provided clear and detailed insight. He was easy to reach and answered all of our questions, and took the time to understand and address our priorities. He charged a flat fee and was very transparent about what was covered, and made sure that our needs were met in the scope of the project. Would highly highly recommend"
"I had a very short time frame within which I needed my tax work completed. And Dean delivered with amazing proficiency, strong communication - and all within the timeline!"
"Dean was super easy to work with. His communications are very clear and he really puts extra effort to make it easy to work with him. He helped us with our startup incorporated in Delaware."
"Excelent Professional. I would hire him again"
"Extremely professional!"
"Dean has been fantastic. He's always responsive, keeps me informed at all stages and is very knowledgeable."
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.