Anisha Bailey, EA, MSEL | Founder, Taxley

Tax Resolution Practice Development

Taxley helps tax, law, and accounting firms build and strengthen tax resolution practices through sound judgment, disciplined case delivery, capable teams, and practical workflows.

Our methodology is informed by nearly two decades of supporting entrepreneurs through financial and operational complexities, more than 14 years of direct tax controversy experience, and 500+ matters personally represented from consultation through resolution.

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14+ Years

IRS & State Tax Controversy Experience

500+ Matters

Personally Addressed & Represented

$60M+

In IRS & State Liabilities Addressed

5-star Reputation

Google + BBB Reviews

tax resolution practice development

“The best tax resolution practices reinforce technical knowledge, sound judgment, disciplined processes, and the development of capable teams.”

– Anisha Bailey, EA, MSEL | Founder & CEO, Taxley

Firms often have the technical ability to perform tax resolution work but need stronger structure around how that work is assessed, managed, reviewed, and delivered. Taxley helps build that capability.

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How Taxley Develops Tax Resolution Practices

We help firms strengthen the practice itself, develop the professionals who deliver the work, and build the Enrolled Agent talent pipeline needed to support long-term capability.

PRACTICE

Strengthen the operating foundation

Assess and improve workflows, case delivery, financial analysis, review standards, client experience, technology, roles, and practice processes.

PEOPLE

Develop the practitioners

Strengthen tax resolution competency, professional judgment, case strategy, financial analysis, client guidance, supervision, and application of the Taxley Methodology.

PIPELINE

Build the firm’s EA workforce

Develop a sustainable Enrolled Agent workforce program that supports career awareness, internship opportunities, apprenticeship pathways, and long-term talent development.

When Firms Bring Taxley In

We are brought in at different stages of a firm’s development – from launching a new service line to strengthening an established practice or navigating a leadership transition.

We work best with firms that want to build a serious, sustainable tax resolution practice – one grounded in sound judgment, strong client advocacy, disciplined delivery, and the development of capable practitioners.

01

Building Something New

Launching tax resolution as a new service line.

02

Strengthening What Exists

Improving an established practice that needs more structure or consistency.

03

Navigating a Leadership Gap

Supporting a buildout, transition, or search for permanent leadership.

04

Developing Team Capability

Strengthening practitioner judgment, supervision, review, and future leadership capability.

05

Creating Consistency

Standardizing case management, workflows, review processes, and client delivery.

06

Reducing Key-person Dependence

Reducing reliance on a single senior practitioner or concentrated institutional knowledge.

How to Get Started

A focused first step helps define the right scope, priorities, and path forward.

Step 01

Conversation

Define the Need & Determine Fit

Discuss the firm’s goals, current challenges, and what you are trying to build or improve.

STep 02

Practice Assessment

Establish the Starting Point

Taxley evaluates the current practice, identifies gaps and priorities, and determines the appropriate scope.

Step 03

Engagement Scope

Define the Path Forward

We present the recommended path forward, implementation priorities, and engagement structure.

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Built From Operating the Practice

The Taxley methodology was shaped through years of direct case representation and by building the systems, processes, and infrastructure required to operate a tax resolution practice from the ground up.

  • Built the full client journey from consultation and qualification through onboarding, case delivery, resolution, and closeout.
  • Developed detailed financial analysis and information-gathering processes to support stronger resolution judgment.
  • Built CRM, workflow, and automation systems that reduced manual administration and unnecessary per-user technology expense.
  • Created engagement processes, client forms, service standards, policies, communication protocols, and operating procedures.
  • Developed systems that improved client access while protecting practitioner time and availability as they manage multiple cases.
  • Hired, trained, and supervised tax practitioners and support staff while developing internal procedures and review practices.
  • Designed a custom client portal and case-management environment for communication, case status, scheduling, documents, and support.
  • Built tax resolution strategies around the taxpayer’s broader financial and operational circumstances rather than treating collection alternatives in isolation.

Real Client Outcomes

  • $722K IRS liability + $109K state balance → Dual OICs approved for $14K and $25K
    Liens released • Operational pressure reduced
    Firefighter & Entrepreneur
    Wilmington, OH
  • $76K IRS balance → Lien released and home refinance approved
    Passport reinstated • Monthly cash flow improved by ~$2K
    Retired Educators
    Lithonia, GA
  • $4M+ tax liabilities and $55K/mo. IRS payment plan → Hardship status with $0 monthly payment
    Business continuity stabilized • Enforced collections halted
    Healthcare Company
    Lanham, MD
  • $300K income tax and TFRP liabilities → Hardship status secured
    Levies released • CNC secured • Operational pressure reduced
    Entrepreneur | Multi-location Auto Business 
    Marietta, GA
  • $2M+ income tax and TFRP liability → $207k OIC approved
    Federal liability resolved • Levy risk eliminated
    Executive Director
    Bowie, MD
  • $184K liability, unfiled returns, and Social Security levy → $500 OIC approved
    Compliance restored • Retirement income protected
    Retired Doctor
    Highland, IN
  • $153K state tax debt with active levies → State balance eliminated
    Levies released • Financial stability restored
    Married Couple
    Racine, WI
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Fractional & Interim Leadership

Some practice development engagements require experienced leadership during implementation, transition, or the search for a permanent leader. Taxley can step in temporarily to stabilize the practice, develop internal capability, and prepare the firm for transition.

Stabilize the practice • Develop the team • Prepare for transition

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A Note From the Founder

Anisha Bailey, EA, MSEL

For nearly two decades, I’ve helped entrepreneurs navigate tax, financial, and operational challenges – first in large-firm tax, then through building and operating Taxley.

I’ve personally represented 500+ tax resolution matters, built the systems and processes behind an independent practice, and trained practitioners and staff.

That experience now informs the Taxley Methodology: a practical approach grounded in sound judgment, comprehensive taxpayer analysis, disciplined case management, strong communication, and processes firms can sustain on their own.

The goal: stronger tax resolution capability without long-term dependence on Taxley.

2008

Tax Consultant, Deloitte

2008

Founder & CEO, Taxley

2012

Enrolled Agent

2018

Master’s, Executive Leadership

2026

Board Trustee Chair-Elect, NAEA Education Foundation

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Strengthening the Practice

Taxley also supports the broader profession through Enrolled Agent workforce development and practitioner-focused conversations that strengthen how professionals understand and serve entrepreneurs.

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Workforce Development

Strengthening the Enrolled Agent Workforce

Industry-focused workforce and professional development designed to expand EA career pathways, strengthen practitioners, and support long-term workforce capacity.

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Build a Tax Resolution Practice Your Firm Can Sustain

Whether you’re building a new practice, strengthening an existing one, developing your team, or preparing for future talent needs, Taxley can help you determine what is needed and build the capability to move forward.

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Before Requesting a Practice Development Conversation

Please confirm that you understand the purpose of this conversation.

  • This conversation is intended for firm owners and leaders exploring the development, expansion, or strengthening of their tax resolution practice.
  • Taxley’s Practice Development engagements may include practice assessment, workflow and process development, practitioner development, workforce pipeline development, implementation support, and, when appropriate, fractional or interim leadership.
  • The purpose of this conversation is to understand your firm’s goals, current challenges, and priorities and determine whether a Taxley Practice Development engagement may be a good fit.