Reviews

Joe Viola helped me with a very complicated estate issue. Mr. Viola always returned my phone calls promptly and spent a great deal of time explaining everything that was happening every step of the way. I would recommend Mr. Viola to anyone looking for a responsive and thorough attorney.

I found Mr. Viola by happy accident. I realized I was in dire straits with the IRS on a Saturday and began calling other firms and leaving messages expecting to be answered Monday. I happened across Mr. Viola’s website and realized he was local. To my surprise, Mr. Viola called me back within 30 minutes that Saturday and took his time asking me questions and letting me tell by tax tale which included enduring a levy that had already left me financially paralyzed. Monday he spent researching my situation. I met with him that evening. He clearly explained what had happened and what remedies were available and presented a game plan that was put into place by the end of the week. The explanation and the advocacy was something my previous attorney could not accomplish in over a year. Mr. Viola was able to restore my income while negotiating with the IRS. I highly recommend Joe Viola. His advice is always clear and to the point, and with a touch of humor.

I highly recommend Mr. Viola’s services for any tax matters requiring legal advice. His extensive knowledge in the field along with an outstanding character and integrity impressed me from day one. I walked in Mr. Viola’s office with tears rolling down my face, sobbing and asking for help in resolving my back taxes. After our first meeting I knew I was in capable hands. He spoke with the IRS on my behalf, structured a payment schedule and continued to follow the case, to insure that my situation was resolved. I am honored to have Mr. Viola as my lawyer. He is always available for consultation and he always takes the time to listen to my concerns and to provide thoughtful advice. Philadelphia, Client

I was looking for a lawyer knowledgeable in foreign bank accounts. I chose Joseph Viola, Philadelphia. He was listed in the Martindale-Hubble Law Directory. He was very generous with his time in our first telephone conversation and in all following interactions. He charged me a reasonable flat-rate and not a separate fee for every hour and every ten minutes. He was transparent with his explanations. When IRS forms and questions became too complicated and worrisome, Viola stepped in and did the actual figuring and work for me. He was very well informed about the latest changes in regulations and saved me a lot of money. I could completely rely on his competence and sensitivity when dealing with the IRS. He took a huge load off my shoulder. Throughout our cooperation Viola was discrete, trustworthy and personable, and sometimes very funny which helped in the dismal tax business. I appreciated him and fully recommend him.

I enthusiastically recommend Joseph for any tax matter requiring legal advice. Joseph was always available for consultation and always took the time to listen to my concerns and to provide thoughtful advice. Joseph has a gift for conveying complex tax law matters to the average person.

First and foremost, Mr. Joseph Viola is GREAT guy, he's EXTREMELY TAX LAW KNOWLEGABLE, PROFESSIONAL, PASSIONATE about his BUSINESS and DEPENDABLE! I'm a small business owner and I had at least 6 years of back taxes that needed to be in current status. It wasn't that I didn't want to file, but there were several unfortunate events that prevented me from accomplishing that goal. My original tax accountant passed away (rip), his uncle in the business inherited my account and became ill, he then passed it to a guy in Delaware, which let it sit for a year, then I was refered to a tax accountant in NJ, which was fine just too slow, and because I was not that educated in the tax system, I became product of the TAX ENVIRONMENT (Back Taxes, Heavy Interest Fees, Liens, Threating Letters, etc...) a total nightmare! That's when I did my own extensive research for a local Tax Attorney, that could possibly sort through this mess of past tax issues and found Mr. Viola. He introduced me to a totally new and organized ball game. He explained every process step by step, answered all calls and questions, all options and final possibilities. Now I am current with my personal ans business taxes, have new super accountant (Mark) that is excellent, a payment plan, and new hope for a complete resolution. Thanks again Mr. Joe Viola!

Joseph was beyond helpful working with my case! Besides being a wonderful professional, he has the common sense and humanly attitude which make any process so much easier. Highly recommend to anyone!

OVDP is a way to end a potential IRS nightmare. However, complying with the IRS, your bank, and their attorneys' demands can be complicated and time consuming. There is a great deal of conflicting information on the internet on the subject of OVDP, and if you want to do the right thing, you need someone on your side who is knowledgable and competent. Joe is not a fast talking tax attorney, but he is thoughtful in his responses and takes his time with each and every question.　 His clear explanations and confidence afford a great deal of information and will set your mind at ease. He makes the process of filling in the necessary paperwork easy. We are very relieved to have the OVDP process behind us, and it would not have been so painless if Joe hadn't been there for us. We could not have managed this without his level of expertise, which is why we so highly recommend him.

In an upsetting and worrisome time, I had someone in my corner. They relieved my worries and took the extra time to make sure I fully understood the levity of the situation and just how they were going to handle it. I give them my most sincere recommendation as they have integrity, accountability and respect. They were my zealous advocate in my time of need and they handled my case almost seamlessly. I felt like I was being represented by a family member.

Mr. Viola handled numerous legal cases for us, including in the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. His searches included old deeds, tax records, prior agreements and their current implications, etc. At all times we found Joe to be honest legally and personally, He Is always attentive and responsive, calling back the same day with answers and intelligent suggestions on complicated legal issues.He can bridge the gaps between a client's individual needs and the codified laws surrounding them - the case. We highly recommend him to represent you in legal and fianancial matters

Joseph Viola is very personable, approachable attorney who maintains an excellent relationship with the IRS and State and City tax agencies. Joseph is no push over but used the law to get me excellent results. Joseph has been a dedicated counsel and friend. I feel bad that I am eating into his personal time, but Joe constantly assures me that it’s okay, and he’s always available. Joseph is well known and liked at the IRS tax offices in Philadelphia. The IRS knows his reputation of doing the right things and as such a trust is already established which allowed for the proper attention and resolution to happen in my case. I thought that negotiations with the IRS would be a complex stressful event but Joseph work with both the IRS and myself to get all matters resolved in timely manner that prevented any financial hardship from tax lien or garnishment from occurring. Joseph handled all aspects of my case and no paralegal was involved. This is much different than the large tax attorney corporations that ask you to call 800 numbers for tax problems. Joseph detailed knowledge of the taxpayers collection process allowed me to have a solution to my tax issues that were tailored to my situation. Joseph put all his knowledge and experience with working with IRS agents for years to work for me in a personalized manner. As such I was able to have all my tax issues solved.

Joe has been practicing tax law for decades. He is extremely knowledgeable on the newly implemented rules (e.g., FBAR and FATCA) that have affected many expats. We're lucky to have found him, and grateful for his help on getting some of our tax issues resolved while living abroad.