Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Tax Services for Businesses and Individuals in Seattle
Founded in 1994 by Greg White, WGN, PS has established itself as a leader in tax planning and consulting for businesses and individuals, particularly within the fishing and seafood industry. Our team of three principals brings decades of combined experience, offering specialized expertise in maritime and fishing sectors while serving diverse industries across the Pacific Northwest. We provide comprehensive services including business formation, tax court litigation support, IRS representation, and industry-specific strategic advice.Our commitment to client success is reflected in our collaborative approach, leveraging technology like SafeSend Returns to ensure secure, efficient tax processes. With a legacy rooted at Fishermans Terminal, we continue to grow while maintaining deep industry connections and a reputation as trusted advisors to other CPA firms.
Services
Tax Planning
IRS Representation
Business Formation
Tax Court Litigation
Industry-Specific Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We specialize in maritime and fishing industry tax services with 30+ years of sector experience.
- Our principals provide expert testimony and guidance to other CPA firms nationwide.
- We offer secure, paperless tax return processing through SafeSend Returns technology.
- Our team includes IRS Tax Court-admitted professionals with litigation expertise.
- We serve diverse industries including healthcare, real estate, and IT development.
Services
Tax Planning
We develop customized tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance. Our services include entity selection, international tax considerations, and multi-jurisdictional planning for businesses and high-net-worth individuals. With specialized expertise in the maritime industry, we help clients navigate complex tax regulations through proactive, long-term solutions tailored to their specific business models and personal financial goals.
IRS Representation
Our IRS representation services cover audits, collections, and appeals processes. We advocate for clients in tax court litigation and negotiate settlements for back taxes owed. With admitted practitioners before the U.S. Tax Court, we provide strategic defense for complex tax controversies, including offshore disclosure requirements and employment tax disputes. Our team also assists with installment agreements and offers in compromise for individuals and businesses facing financial hardship.
Business Formation
We guide clients through optimal business structure selection including C-Corps, S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Our formation services cover tax implications analysis, registration requirements, and compliance planning. We specialize in structuring entities for fishing vessel operations, seafood processing facilities, and related maritime businesses. The process includes multi-state filing considerations, ownership transition planning, and integration with personal estate planning objectives.
Tax Court Litigation
Our tax court litigation support includes preparing petitions, gathering evidence, and representing clients before the U.S. Tax Court. We handle disputes over income tax deficiencies, penalty abatements, and collection alternatives. With principals admitted to practice since 1994, we provide expert testimony in complex cases involving offshore assets, business expense deductions, and employment tax classifications. Our approach focuses on settlement negotiations while maintaining full trial readiness for critical issues.
Industry-Specific Consulting
We offer specialized consulting for maritime and fishing industry clients, addressing unique tax challenges like vessel depreciation schedules, crew wage reporting, and international fishing rights taxation. Our services include cost segregation studies for processing facilities, fuel tax credits analysis, and regulatory compliance guidance. We work with boat builders, seafood distributors, and commercial fishing operations to optimize tax positions while maintaining adherence to industry-specific regulations and reporting requirements.
People
Greg White
Principal, CPA, MS Taxation
Founder with 30+ years of maritime industry tax expertise, admitted to U.S. Tax Court since 1994. Provides strategic guidance for complex tax issues affecting fishing and seafood businesses.
Seth Gemar
Principal, CPA, MPAcc Taxation
Specializes in tax court litigation and IRS dispute resolution. Advises clients on tax controversy matters with focus on maritime industry-specific issues and compliance strategies.
Kalin Fohn
Principal, CPA, M.Acc
Focuses on business formation and tax planning for emerging companies in healthcare, real estate, and technology sectors. Provides cross-industry expertise in entity structuring and transactional tax matters.
Lisa Hu
Accountant, CPA
Supports individual and business tax preparation with emphasis on accuracy and compliance. Assists with SafeSend Returns implementation and client tax document management.
Scott Krzyzanowski
Accountant, CPA, Masters Taxation
Provides specialized tax compliance services for high-net-worth individuals and complex business entities. Focuses on tax return preparation and strategic planning for multi-jurisdictional operations.
Questions
What tax services do you offer for maritime businesses?
We specialize in vessel depreciation planning, crew wage reporting, and international fishing rights taxation for boat builders, seafood processors, and commercial fishing operations.
How does SafeSend Returns work for tax document signing?
You'll receive a secure email link to review documents, answer identity verification questions, and electronically sign forms using any internet-connected device.
Can you represent clients in IRS tax court cases?
Yes, our admitted practitioners represent clients in U.S. Tax Court for disputes involving income tax deficiencies, penalty abatements, and complex compliance matters.
What industries do you specialize in besides fishing?
We serve healthcare providers, real estate developers, IT companies, and professional services firms with tailored tax planning and compliance solutions.
How do you handle multi-state business tax requirements?
We provide nexus analysis, entity structure planning, and compliance guidance for businesses operating across state lines or international borders.
What's your experience with business succession planning?
Our principals have guided maritime industry clients through ownership transitions since 1994, addressing tax implications of business sales and generational transfers.
