Erik VanderWeyden brings 13 years of innovative tax controversy experience to Ayar Law, where he specializes in resolving complex disputes with the IRS and state tax authorities. His practice focuses on creative approaches to tax resolution, including Offers in Compromise, penalty abatement, and defense against Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP) claims.
With a proven track record of success in high-stakes tax matters, Erik has negotiated multi-million dollar settlements, defended businesses against crippling payroll tax assessments, and secured substantial penalty reductions for clients with international tax exposure. His approach combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to identify unconventional solutions that others might overlook.
Before joining Ayar Law, Erik built a reputation for developing novel legal strategies in tax controversy matters. His cross-disciplinary expertise in tax law and data privacy (as a Certified Information Privacy Manager) gives him unique insights into the increasingly complex intersection of tax compliance and information security.
