David M. Feldman, Esq.
Senior Tax Attorney — Fortress Tax Relief
David M. Feldman, Esq. brings 17+ years of experience with Fortress Tax Relief and has demonstrated an outstanding track record resolving both serious and complex tax debts. Not only is David a brilliant tax relief strategist, but he also possesses exceptional technical tax law knowledge—a product of both his Master of Laws (LL.M) post doctorate degree in Taxation and his wealth of experience resolving the most difficult tax debts. David is also fiercely committed to advocating for his clients and securing exceptional results on their behalf.
Experience
- 2008–2016 — 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.
- 2018-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 San Diego Law School, California — LL.M Master of Laws in Taxation
- Lewis & Clark Law School in Oregon — Juris Doctor (J.D.) with Certificate in Federal Tax Law
- University of California, Santa Barbara, California — B.A. Business Economics with Emphasis in Accounting
Selected Articles by David
Offer In Compromise Jaw-dropping Success Stories — Real cases showing how persistence and Appeals strategy
convert denials into approvals and reduce six-figure liabilities.
Can I Buy a House if I Owe Back Taxes? — How to qualify for a mortgage with IRS debt:
installment agreements, OIC, lien subordination, and document packages lenders accept.
Get Help
Need a path to both IRS resolution and lender approval? Call (877) 777-7430 or
contact Fortress Tax Relief to consult with David and the attorney team.
Articles by David
Tax Relief Programs
Quick Summary The IRS is the most aggressive collection agency in the U.S., but multiple tax relief programs exist to stop enforcement and resolve debt. Relief options include Installment Agreements, Partial Payment Installment Agreements, Currently
The IRS Fresh Start Initiative: Facts and Fiction
Summary The IRS Fresh Start Initiative, launched in 2011, still provides critical tax relief options in 2025. Key provisions include increased lien thresholds, streamlined Installment Agreements, and expanded Offer in Compromise (OIC) eligibility. As of
How to Avoid Defaulting an IRS Tax Resolution Agreement
Summary IRS now assesses escalating penalties for late deposits: up to 15%. New IRS notices (like CP523) signal possible termination of your agreement. Civil penalties often arise years later and can unexpectedly trigger default. Online