The Chair of Capes Sokol’s Tax Controversy and Litigation Practice Group, Sara Neill, represents clients in civil and criminal tax disputes and litigation involving the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Justice, Missouri and Illinois Departments of Revenue.  Sara was recognized as St. Louis “Litigation and Controversy—Tax Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in 2015 and 2018.

Sara handles federal and state tax audits and administrative appeals, as well as litigation before the U.S. Tax and District Courts.  She frequently advises both individuals and businesses with sensitive tax problems, such as those who have failed to file returns, underreported their income, neglected to remit trust fund taxes to the Internal Revenue Service, pay significant amounts of tax due, or disclose foreign assets and accounts.

About Us: At Capes Sokol, we strive to find the best solutions to our clients’ legal problems and to turn even complex challenges into opportunities. That’s why each member of our St. Louis-based team is committed to looking at every issue from multiple angles. We bring teamwork and collaboration across disciplines. We take the time to listen and understand our clients' industries, problems, and challenges. And then we apply deep legal knowledge, experience, and creativity all leading to strategies and execution that just make sense.