David K. Petzinger, Esq.
Senior Tax Attorney — Fortress Tax Relief
David K. Petzinger brings over 18 years of experience and an advanced Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in Taxation from the prestigious University of Washington, in addition, he has a J.D. from University of Idaho and a B.A. from Brigham Young University. This triple-degree background gives him unmatched insight into both the legal and business sides of tax controversy.
Experience
- 2007-2015— Tax Attorney, Fortress Tax Relief, devised and implemented sophisticated tax relief strategies for serious and complex tax debts, demonstrated track record of exceptional results, defended taxpayers’ rights, advocated for business and individual taxpayers in collections with the IRS or state taxing authorities.
- 2015-present—Senior Tax Attorney, Fortress Tax Relief, elite level national tax relief attorney charged with tackling the toughest tax debt cases known, proven track record of exceptional results.
Client-First Approach
David exemplifies Fortress Tax Relief’s client first approach and has been a key player in helping Fortress achieve its mission of providing the best tax relief service available in the U.S. (#1 Forbes Advisor Complex Tax Issues 2023, 2024, 2025; #1 Investopedia Large Tax Debts), doing the right thing with no exceptions, treating clients with dignity and respect, and always doing what is right for the client—not the Fortress bank account.
Education
- University of Washington School of Law — LL.M Master of Laws in Taxation
- University of Idaho College of Law — Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah — B.A. Economics
Selected Articles by David
Top 5 Ways to Get an IRS Tax Levy Released — Practical strategies to stop a levy and protect income and assets.
How to Get the IRS to Remove Penalties and Interest — Relief programs and reasonable cause arguments that reduce IRS debt balances.
Top 5 Deadliest Mistakes Made by Tax-Indebted Businesses — Critical warnings for companies on payroll taxes, trust fund penalties, and compliance risks.
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Articles by David
Top 5 Ways to Get an IRS Tax Levy Released 2025
Summary IRS tax levies can cause severe financial hardship by freezing bank accounts and assets. You can request a levy release by cooperating with the IRS or setting up a payment plan. Economic hardship may
How to Get the IRS to Remove Penalties and Interest
Summary Understanding IRS penalties and how to challenge them is crucial for reducing tax debt. First Time Penalty Abatement (FTA) is a simple way to remove penalties if eligible. Demonstrating “Reasonable Cause” is key to
Top 5 Deadliest Mistakes Made by Tax-Indebted Businesses
Summary Falling behind on payroll or business taxes can lead to levies, liens, and even business closure. The IRS is filing fewer liens than in the past, but aggressive enforcement against businesses has increased. Poor