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Michael C. Dallo

Dallo Law Group | Tax Law Firm β€’ San Diego, CA
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Contact

Email
Phone
(760) 546-5124
Address
2150 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Professional

About

Michael C. Dallo, CPA, JD, LL.M., is an accomplished tax attorney and certified public accountant at Dallo Law Group, a Professional Corporation, located in the heart of San Diego, CA. With over a decade of experience, Michael is dedicated to helping clients navigate the complex world of tax law, focusing on minimizing their federal and state tax liabilities while providing robust representation in tax disputes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and state agencies. Specializing in tax controversy, Michael's expertise encompasses audit representation, administrative appeals, tax debt settlements, tax litigation, and criminal tax defense. He has successfully represented clients before key tax authorities, including the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) and the Employment Development Department (EDD), earning a reputation for his strategic approach and unwavering commitment to client success. Before embarking on his legal career, Michael honed his skills in the Tax Department of a Fortune 500 company, where he collaborated with tax attorneys to resolve high-stakes, multi-million-dollar tax disputes. He also operated his own CPA firm, delivering exemplary audit representation services and preparing hundreds of individual and small business tax returns, consistently achieving outstanding results for his clients. Michael's distinguished education further enhances his qualifications. He holds a Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.) from New York University, recognized as the premier graduate tax program in the country. He earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of San Diego School of Law, graduating magna cum laude and receiving the prestigious Ralph Gano Miller Tax Award for the highest GPA in taxation. Additionally, he holds dual bachelor's degrees in Accounting and Business Administration, also from the University of San Diego, where he graduated in the top 10% of his class. Fluent in both Spanish and Chaldean-Aramaic, Michael is equipped to serve a diverse clientele. He also acts as general counsel for Dallo & Co., Inc., advising a network of grocery stores in San Diego on tax matters, contract negotiations, and employee-related issues. Michael C. Dallo combines exceptional credentials with a passion for tax law, making him an invaluable ally in resolving tax challenges and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.

About Tax Law

Tax attorneys help individuals and businesses with tax planning, compliance, and disputes with tax authorities. They work to minimize tax liability and resolve IRS issues. Common matters include tax planning, irs audits, tax disputes, business tax.

Credentials

Education
2012 New York University School of Law Master of Laws in Taxation 2011 University of San Diego School of Law Juris Doctor 2006 University of San Diego Bachelor of Accountancy 2006 University of San Diego Bachelor of Business Administration
Languages
English | Spanish

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 Most Admired CEO, San Diego Business Journal 2016 Best of the Bar, San Diego Daily Transcript 2015 Best of the Bar, San Diego Daily Transcript 2015 Top General Counsel Award, San Diego Business Journal 2015 San Diego's Best Tax Law Firm, Union Tribune
Publications
2013 California Tax Lawyer FTB Retroactively Denies Tax Benefits for "Qualified Small Business Stock"
Associations
2013 - Present California Society of Certified Public Accountants Member 2012 - Present American Bar Association, Taxation Section Member 2011 - Present San Diego County Bar Association Member 2011 - Present American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Member 2011 - Present American Bar Association Member
Speaking
2015 www.wealthed.com Setting Your Tax Debt 2015 Real Talk San Diego The Tax Resolution Process 2014 University of San Diego School of Law What Every Tax Practitioner Needs to Know About the Affordable Care Act 2013 South Orange County Chapter Meeting Dealing with IRS Collections 2013 California Society of Tax Consultants Overview of the IRS Collection Process
Updated: Mar 27, 2026