It's taken years to write this review. Not out of procrastination, but because some problems aren't solved quickly. My review is simple. Doug is not a CPA, he's a tax attorney. If you have a "complicated" federal or state tax problem & you're not sure what to do or how to proceed, call Doug. His initial consultation fills him in on your situation. He will then get all pertinent info together, come up with a plan to move forward, get your taxes filed, figure out if you owe or are owed money, and even represent you in court if necessary. You will feel like a weight has been lifted off your back after you work with him. Thank you Doug. read more

Yelp oddly prompted me to finish this review two years later. Doug responded to my original one-star review, but his response was not accurate.He repeatedly called me "buzzed," talked over me constantly, and showed little interest in listening. He spent most of the session rambling on unrelated topics. The only thing he did was log me into my IRS account -- which I had already done myself.I received no meaningful value, yet I was still charged for a retainer. His claim that it would not be "economically beneficial" for me felt like a condescending way of saying I couldn't afford him.In my experience, I would not recommend him. read more

I first reached out to Mr. Greenberg six years ago, and from day one, he supported me with honesty, integrity, and the kind of care you'd expect from someone truly in your corner. He has an exceptional ability to bring clarity and peace of mind to even the most stressful tax situations. I can't recommend him highly enough--Douglas is the kind of trusted professional you want on your side. If you're facing any tax concerns, don't hesitate--run, don't walk--to Mr. Greenberg. He's helped me once again in a time of real need, and I'm incredibly grateful. read more

I still can't believe how fortunate I was to have sought the services of Doug for my IRS tax issues. He is professional, knowledgeable, and *unbelievably* communicative. After getting an erroneous but staggering (implicit) bill from the IRS that would ruin me financially for the rest of my life and then some, I was so distraught that it was hard to muster the courage to read the whole thing -- forget about acknowledging it to the extent necessary to address it. Fortunately, I gathered the strength to message Doug here on Yelp. Within hours, he responded, easing the panic by saying he sees this specific kind of case regularly. From then on, working with him couldn't have been more reassuring or pleasant; for any question, large or small, I could call, usually directly (!) reaching him. He even was willing to take my amateur feedback on his work graciously and integrate it into communications with the IRS. And the results of working with him were exactly as effective as advertised -- probably even more so -- case resolved! read more

We needed a professional for our complicated tax situation a bit over a year ago, and found him to be impatient, condescending, overpriced, and not all that knowledgable. We had to ask for proof of the law to be sure he didn't just give us information he 'believed' was true. Doug works alone, seemingly often out of his car. It was all a bit Saul Goodman-y. The following year we hired another pro who charged us a third of his fee; they were able to back everything up in writing and provided great customer service. Wondering if the stellar reviews for D.G. are bought. read more

I feel compelled to share my recent experience after consulting with Douglas CPA. Throughout our conversation, I was deeply affected by Douglas's tone, which included belittling and even laughter in response to my questions and inquiries about my friend's business decisions. Additionally, he questioned why the owner of the business hadn't contacted him directly, despite my explanation that the owner is not from this country and I've been assisting on their behalf. that is literally why I said, "I am his assistant" but I digress.. I tried to communicate my needs, but I encountered challenges in getting my points across in this particular area of expertise - b/c this isn't my wheelhouse. While I understand this, I was taken aback when Douglas began posing leading questions b/c he seemed frustrated with my ineptitude, even when I asked him to repeat himself or mentioned I could not hear him. However, he continually cut me off, spoke over me, and carried on as if preoccupied, evident from the echoes and background noises present due to his use of speakerphone and being far away from his phone. This gave the impression of a lack of professionalism and focus during our conversation. To offer a suggestion, I recommend investing in AirPods or headphones; this would ensure that your communication remains crystal clear for your customers while you go about the tasks that are SO important you, cannot stop to adequately hear someone speak. Exhibit A) I spoke in the same way, with my same lexicon, to other businesses and they did NOT get as confused, frustrated, or did not hear what I said in such an egregious manner as you did. :) I don't doubt Douglas's intelligence or his proficiency in his field. It's evident that he has positively assisted many clients in the past. My intention is not to discredit his accomplishments or the positive experiences of others. My perspective, though, stems from my various professional roles in hospitality, executive assistance, tutoring/babysitting, unhoused/homeless population & Mental Health, and now nursing. It is through these experiences I've acquired skills to handle diverse personalities and have a thick skin, but this was not an ordinary thing to brush off and not leave this review. In my view, this interaction underscores the need for more effective communication practices during consultations and INITIAL phone calls with potential candidates for clientele. I did address my concerns with Douglas during our conversation, including the interruptions, belittlement (through laughter), and inappropriate analogies. Despite his seemingly apologetic response, the sincerity felt lacking. Lastly, some specifics to drive home my point, Douglas misunderstood my query about asking an opinion about the current S-Corp biz we have to possibly change to an LLC. Even after I had made it clear that we currently operate as an S-Corp and my inquiry pertained to the potential use of an LLC in the future, the response I received was far from professional. Douglass chose to respond by laughing and delivering an analogy that compared my situation to teaching a child to run before walking. The tone was one of condescension, as he mirthfully questioned why I "would even consider comprehending the complexities of an S-Corp when he believed I struggled to grasp the fundamentals of the LLC structure that we presently employ". In addition, Douglass misinterpreted my question about employee payroll, leading to a cascade of misinformation that was entirely irrelevant to our needs. It was necessary for me to endure a discourse on a topic that had no bearing on our discussion. An apology was later extended, acknowledging the interruptions, laughter, and cut-offs that had taken place during our conversation. Do I think he truly meant this apology? 100% I did not. These factors contributed to a sense of confusion that could have been avoided entirely. To reiterate, the analogies and belittling remarks used throughout our conversation had NO relevance to my inquiry, and their application was misplaced due to a lack of understanding on HIS part. While I understand misunderstandings can occur, the time I lost by having to repeat myself is unacceptable. This situation highlights the importance of effective communication and attentiveness. I urge you to reflect on your communication style and consider how you interact with others by reading this very detailed interaction and the impact you had on me. By doing so, you could potentially transform your personal approach, enhancing your ability to connect with people in a more personable, compassionate, and empathetic manner. In sum, my intent is not to negate Douglas CPA's positive interactions with others. Rather, I aspire for this review to illuminate my personal encounter and inspire enhancements in communication practices for future consultations. The aim should be a more comprehensive understanding of clients' inquiries and respectful engagement. read more

Not a flim flam guy. Every time he speaks he gives you confidence that he's the competent involved person you want representing you. Lays it out like it is, no false promises. There are people that can and do earn their living honestly and with integrity. He appears to be one of them. read more

Late review.... Mr. Greenberg is very responsive, personable and knowledgeable. Highly recommend

A year later and my life is the way it is because of the effort from Douglas Greenberg and his team. Attorney Doug Greenberg is a passionate honest man looking to help people who want to help themselves. Not only did he help me with my case, I am now sober 12 months from alcohol and I cannot thank him enough for his guidance, professionalism, and confidence throughout the whole process. Thank you so much Doug, you have changed my life and for that I will forever be grateful. read more

Doug answered the phone directly when I called and within about 5 minutes was able to hear my situation and advise me on why he didn't think it would make financial sense to hire him for my issue. You can bet that next time I have a tax law question he'll be the first person I'm calling back. read more

I've been working with Doug since 2015. A good friend of mine from work recommended his services to me. He's been responsible for helping with not only my tax preparation but also dealing with the sale of our family home in the Bay Area in 2018 prior to my moving to Portland, OR. Doug is truly knowledgeable and easy to work with. If you want thorough tax preparation you can't go wrong with Doug. Although I no longer in the Bay Area, I continue to retain Doug for his services to this day and into the foreseeable future too. read more

Responded to my small business tax law query quickly and picked up his phone directly when I called, without even needing to schedule. In my case there's not much I could do, from a legal standpoint, and he was quick and respectful about bringing me to that conclusion. The whole thing was over in under 3 minutes and it was the reset I needed and I appreciate the speed of the interaction. read more

I contacted Douglas for a second opinion regarding an international tax matter that my current tax advisor had raised. Douglas promptly responded to my email and provided an initial assessment over a phone consultation. The next day I engaged Douglas to complete a thorough review of the tax matters we had discussed and three days later I received a memo from Douglas that clearly explained the tax matters my tax advisor had raised and provided clear guidance on how to proceed. I was very happy with Douglas and strongly recommend his services for those that need advice on international tax matters. read more

I took my taxes to Douglas Greenberg in April expecting nothing more than routine advice and help with my return. Surprisingly, I got a lot more than that. Doug not only went through my 2009 taxes. He then started going back into my tax history, past employment, and audit issues, and began sniffing out all sorts of tax goodies and benefits that I had no idea even existed. Just as an example, Doug discovered in talking to me that a past employer from 2006 had misclassified me as an independent contractor. I should have been treated as an employee (and had more of my taxes paid by the employer). As a result, I was owed some money. This was a great surprise. Then he pulled up all the paperwork I needed to resolve the issue. No Thank You to H&R Block for some missing due diligence. About a month later, I called Doug when my company was acquired. There were new benefits with tax implications I wasn't familiar with, so I had him explain it to me. He did it for free. I don't understand how he knows this stuff in 5 minutes, but the brokers at other professional places I'd been to (that use computers) can't even find. I found my new CPA and tax attorney (if I never need some heavy lifting tax advice). read more

Who ever thought one could have warm fuzzies for a tax attorney? I certainly do. Doug helped me sort out _years_ of my self inflicted, international, stunningly complicated tax situation. He communicated with me frequently and out of normal business hours if needed. Doug even printed off a missing form and brought it to me at the copy shop just as was about to send a load of documents to the tax man. During the entire process he was open about what he knew and did not know, and the bits of information he did not know he researched until he did, either by reading up on IRS regulations, talking to fellow tax gurus, and even speaking repeatedly with the IRS itself to get clear answers for me. I also very much appreciated the alls carte pricing during the entire five month process of sorting out my tax returns. It was transparent and fair. A true professional. read more

Douglas helped me out a few years ago when I was in a terrible bind with the IRS and CA State Franchise board - he was so patient, understanding, professional. And not to mention very effective, knowledgable and an all around nice guy. I came across his Yelp profile today while researching looking for a tax accountant for a client and immediately thought I needed to write a review even though it's been about four years since I needed his services. The positive experience has stayed with me that long! read more

I called Douglas Greenberg for the very first time on a Sunday after finding him on Yelp. I expected to leave a message, but suprisingly he picked up the phone. He was at home, but graciously took my call. I explained a 1099c tax situation that i was experiencing with the short sale of my home. He was extremely knowledgeable about the tax law associated with this situation and provided professional advice without hesitation. He explained that I did not need to spend money to consult with him. He provided me detailed explanation of the various avenues that I could take in order to remedy my situation and offered to assist in the future should I needed it. Douglas Greenberg Tax Attorney = Stellar professional tax and legal advice !!!! read more

The most capable responsive sensitive reasonably priced tax attorney Very knowledgeable, nice guy Go to him if you have any kind of tax issue. Doug picks up the phone himself and answers emails almost instantly read more

Doug helped me with a complex issue and it was resolved successfully. The first thing that will strike you is his calm and confident demeanor. He instantly put me at ease and gave me the options he saw. He was able to parse byzantine tax code on-the-fly and put it in a way I understood. He was also always easily reachable by phone. I can't recommend him highly enough. read more

The reviews are all true - this guy knows his stuff and just wants to help! I actually called in for tax planning instead of responding to an audit. Douglas gave a concise explanation of my situation in easy to understand terms, and suggested ways to reduce my tax liability. He's obviously very knowledgable and patient, totally recommended! read more

I called Douglas' office today, as I had a pressing question regarding a tax matter that required immediate attention. I left a message, hoping that someone would call me back in a day or so. Douglas himself called me back in less than 10 minutes. I was blown away. He was in a meeting, but took the time to call me back and provide answers that were tremendously helpful. While I did not use his services, as it would not have been appropriate in my case, the fact that he took the time to call me back so quickly and give me valuable insight made a hell of an impression. Should I ever be in a position to require his services, I would not hesitate to call his firm. read more

Douglas gave us good advice in regards to our tax issue. We did not hire him on because it wasn't the right fit for our issue. He did even better and helped lead us in the right direction at no expense. Honest and gets back to you quickly. I feel like I accomplished a lot today thanks to his help. read more

When I called Doug Greenberg regarding a tax matter, he was very helpful and friendly on the phone. I subsequently went to see him at his office, and Doug was very professional, knowledgeable, and generous with both his time and his advice. I appreciate, most of all, that he is totally frank with you and gives you his honest opinion about all the possible options and consequences, given one's situation. I would highly recommend Doug to anyone looking for a good and honest tax attorney, who will work on your behalf for a reasonable fee. I would definitely use his services again, if needed. read more

Douglas is a straight forward and honest lawyer. I contacted him for a paid consultation. We met, I explained my situation. He listened and asked a few questions and provided me several options to to handle my problems. During the two hour session, he even helped me call the IRS and had it waive my $550 late filing fee. He has great knowledge of tax law and a good guy too. I absolutely recommend him. He offers stellar professional tax and legal advice. read more

I got in touch with Douglas after facing a large and confusing tax hit on some stocks I was exercising. Even though it was the beginning of April, 'rush hour' for tax season, Douglas took my call and explained everything I needed to know from the ground up - he helped me understand my issue, and subsequently maximize returns. His knowledge is next to none, and his charisma makes taxes less excruciating - would I be too bold if I said 'fun'? Never thought I'd be the one to say this, but genuinely looking forward to next tax season so I can pay Douglas Greenberg a well-deserved visit. read more

One of the best and highly knowledgeable tax lawyers in the area. Definitely recommend Douglas if you are looking for top tier legal services. read more

Ultra responsive, even took me in on a weekend, and appeared to be very knowledgeable. Reasonable fees, did not try to talk me into expensive 'upgrades'. read more

I called the office recently and I had question concerning 2008 and 2009 tax years: I was able to get a full consultation over the phone. All my questions where answered right away. I would highly recommend this office. Very professional and punctuality was at its best. Thank you read more

We met, I explained my situation. He listened; asked a few questions. When I was finished, he started to talk, and the more he talked, the more I realized my options to handle this. Totally quick on his feet, great knowledge of tax law, puts you at ease and takes the anxiety out of the process. Which I really needed. Good guy too, breaks down the stereotypes about the jaded, shark-like attorney that people tend to carry. I absolutely recommend him, especially if you're buried deep and nervous about filing - he had me sorted out in a matter of an hour. read more

TLDR; Douglas Greenberg is one of the best tax attorneys around. Absolutely hire him. Details: I recently received a CP2000 from the IRS with a pretty scary number attached to it. I am not very experienced with taxes, and so debated simply paying the requested fines which I didn't understand, or to start looking for an affordable but high quality tax lawyer. After some references from friends, I arranged a call with Doug and he quickly walked me through what was probably going on, and helped me collect all relevant documents needed. The filing process and back and forth with the IRS took some time, but throughout the process Doug's office was *extremely* proactive in keeping me informed as we ultimately resolved an error on the part of the IRS. Fast forward a few months. I went from owing the IRS the price of a small house in another state to them deciding they owe me money. I could not be happier with the law offices of Douglas Greenberg and would recommend him as a tax attorney to anyone. He was extremely personable throughout the process his results speak for themselves. All around six out of five stars. read more

Worked with Douglas on a complex tax situation last year. He answered/returned my calls quickly, was helpful in answering my many questions with patience, provided all scenarios with enough detail to make a decision, and his fees were transparent. I also enjoyed being able to upload my documents or pay my fees using modern tech like dropbox, PayPal, etc. I highly recommend him and I am writing this review because anyone who is seeking a tax attorney should reach out to him first. (no he didn't ask me to write this review) read more

Douglas is amazing to work with. He worked with us to handle a complex international tax situation involving international business ownership and self-employment. All throughout, he worked to save us as much on taxes as he could, without regard to how long the paperwork became. He was even available on a Saturday morning regarding a time-sensitive matter. His rate was flat -- and quite reasonable for how complicated our situation was. You can't go wrong with Douglas. read more

A-list attorney. If his calendar has room to fit you in, your fortunes already looking up!

I had a question about a Notice of Deficiency I received from the IRS and the ANSWER letter I got from the tax court regarding the partition I filed. Douglas was able to answer my question quickly over the phone and also provide information on what I can expect next in the process. read more

Doug Greenberg is nothing short of Olympic GOLD MEDAL caliber professional when it comes to following the letter of the law, whether it's for tax purposes, employment law, or corporate fraud. There is no one more connected or thorough when it comes to navigating the perils of corporate ethics and maintaining the limits of a massive ever-changing populace. read more

Doug is a rarity among most of the attorneys I have experienced. I got the feeling from him that he simply wanted to try and help my situation and was quite generous with his time to determine if he was the correct fit for my particular issue. He has an excellent bedside manner, very clear and thoughtful, and he made me feel at ease right away. He even made some great recommendations to me about what to look for in other attorneys if I chose to not use his services. Like previous reviewers have said, he is a good and honest guy and I will gladly call on him again for any future tax issues. read more

Left a message to Mr. Greenberg, and got a call from him this morning. He answered all my questions at no cost. Very helpful information, and more importantly he is a honest person. Strongly suggest to contact him. read more

We were referred to Douglas Greenberg through a mutual friend and what a blessing it turned out to be. Our corporation had unorganized bookkeeping since it's inception in late 2007. Doug spent countless hours going through our accounts, item by item, to help us get our records current. Our corporation had not filed tax returns for the first two years of business and thanks do Doug, we are soon to be current. I highly recommend his services to anybody in need. He is very thorough, has a genuine interest in what he does, and is great at it. read more

Great Service and financial advice. Douglas was great to work with, honest and gave me great value for my money regarding an AMT matter. For taxes or financial advice Douglas is da man! read more

I had some simple questions for him about startup equity, and he basically took my call and answered my questions as well as he could on the spot. He really is an honest and forthright guy! read more