Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic - VLP

438 Main Street 7th Floor Buffalo, NY 14202 ecbavlp.com/litc
Main Phone
716-847-0662 x316

Fax
716-847-0307

Primary Services
Legal Counseling, Legal Representation, Tax Appeals Filing Assistance, Tax Information, Taxpayer Advocate Services

Description
Provides legal representation, advice, and referral services to low-income taxpayers who have disputes with the Internal Revenue Service or cannot afford to pay federal income taxes they owe. Assists with most Federal Income Tax issues, including negotiation or settlement of tax debt, earned income tax credit verification and denials, dependency exemptions and filing status, injured/innocent spouse claims, worker classification (employee vs. independent contractor), levies and liens, and identity theft involving tax returns, income, or refund claims. Does not prepare federal tax returns.

Also provides tax educational outreach for organizations servicing low-income households, immigrants, and refugees.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Eligibility
Individuals with federal tax problems with the IRS and total household gross (before tax) income below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Service Area: WNY.

Intake Process
Call and leave a message providing name, description of tax problem, and phone number to be reached during normal business hours. A staff member will return the call as soon as possible. Walk-ins not accepted.

Program Fees
None.

Languages
Interpretation services can be arranged.

Handicap Accessible?
Yes

Date of Official Change
May 03, 2023