Allan C. Miles is a top-rated California tax and bankruptcy attorney with extensive experience on both sides of a tax controversy. As a former employee of the Internal Revenue Service, Mr. Miles is familiar with the IRS culture and maintains a high level of credibility with U.S. Treasury officers. Since beginning his legal practice in 1989, he has worked tirelessly to help those struggling with tax issues, consumer debt and bankruptcy proceedings. His unique perspective and intimate knowledge of the law distinguishes him among consumer bankruptcy and tax attorneys in California, particularly Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Mr. Miles received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Pomona College in 1970. He then graduated from Golden Gate University with a Juris Doctor degree in 1985, receiving highest honors. He was admitted to the State Bar of California that same year and started his own practice just four years later. A lifelong California resident, Mr. Miles obtained the status of legal specialist from the State Bar of California in personal and small business bankruptcy law. He is a current member of the State Bar of California, the Alameda Bar Association and the Contra Costa County Bar Association, where he serves as president of the tax section. Tax and bankruptcy attorney Allan C. Miles offers assistance to clients struggling with tax issues, overwhelming debt and unfair collection practices. Whether you are considering a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing, or are receiving harassing notices from the IRS, our office can help rectify your situation. Bankruptcy affords debtors an opportunity to make a fresh financial start, while state and federal tax laws confer certain due process rights upon taxpayers prior to having their property seized or levied.