Meet Your IRS Defense: Who Is Shamsey Oloko and What Is Tax Law Really About?

29/07/2025 16 min Episodio 1
Meet Your IRS Defense: Who Is Shamsey Oloko and What Is Tax Law Really About?

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Episode Summary:
In this premiere episode of Thorgood Tax Talk, attorney Shamsey Oloko, founder of the Thorgood Law Firm in New York and a former Wall Street professional turned tax defense attorney, Shamsey shares his journey into tax law, demystifies what tax lawyers really do, and explains why taxpayers facing IRS audits, enforcement actions, or criminal investigations need legal defense rooted in expertise. From peace of mind to powerful representation, this episode sets the tone for a show that takes the fear out of dealing with the IRS.
Key Timestamps:
00:01 – Introduction to Thorgood Tax Talk and host Sophia Morales
01:00 – Shamsey Oloko’s journey from Wall Street to tax law
03:00 – Why tax law affects every American and how Shamsey found his niche
04:45 – Difference between CPAs and tax attorneys in IRS matters
07:10 – What is a tax lawyer? Who needs one and when?
09:20 – Real-world IRS defense strategies: audits, payroll issues, criminal tax investigations
12:40 – Common myths and mistakes when dealing with the IRS
15:05 – Why “telling the truth” to the IRS without legal counsel can backfire
17:30 – Shamsey’s client-centered approach: restoring peace of mind
19:50 – Preview of future episodes and tax topics the show will explore
21:40 – Free consultations, client success stories, and real outcomes
24:35 – Final advice: tax debts don’t get better with age—take action now
26:00 – How to connect with Shamsey Oloko and the Thorgood Law Firm
About the Show:
Thorgood Tax Talk breaks down the real-world impact of IRS issues and enforcement. Led by trusted attorney Shamsey Oloko, the podcast offers expert legal insight into audits, collections, criminal tax investigations, and corporate tax compliance. Learn how to respond, how to protect your peace of mind, and how tax lawyers can make all the difference.