
Title: | Senior Tax Attorney |
Education: | University of Idaho School of Law (JD), University of Washington School of Law (LL.M.) |
David not only earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Idaho, he also earned an LL.M. in Taxation (this is a post-doctorate Master’s Degree) from the University of Washington. He holds a license in good standing with the Supreme Court of the State of Washington. David Petzinger has never been disciplined by the Washington Bar Association.
Prior to joining Fortress, David worked for the prestigious Seattle law firm, K & L Gates, where he was involved with a variety of large civil litigation cases. He possesses polished negotiation and advocacy skills derived from his previous experience as a criminal defense attorney. David also gained experience representing taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service and in United States Tax Court before he joined Fortress. David’s education and experience in tax law coupled with his strong ability to negotiate make him a very effective advocate for taxpayers facing America’s most formidable creditor-the Internal Revenue Service.
Articles by David

What Is An IRS Tax Lien And How Does It Affect Me?
Federal IRS Tax Lien An IRS Tax Lien is a legal claim on your property for the amount owed. An IRS tax lien is also the legal right to collect on the amount owed. An

IRS Partial Payment Installment Agreements: Screaming Deal or Big Mistake?
Many individuals and businesses who fall behind with their taxes are struggling to make ends meet as it is, and the last thing they need is the added stress of having to figure out a

Tax Relief Near Me – Local Not Always The Best Option
When individuals and businesses need legal assistance, the natural inclination is to search for a local attorney. This makes sense 95% of the time because there is a strong likelihood that the attorney will need