Senior Associate

Alla Cates

alla.cates@askfrost.com

Tax Law

International Tax Consulting

Bar Admissions/Licenses

  • Maryland

Court Admissions

Background & History
Education
Speaking Engagements
Publications
Professional Organizations & memberships
awards & honors

Background & History

Alla brings combined ten years of tax controversy experience, five of which in an attorney capacity. Alla has and is continuing to work across the majority of tax controversy areas, such as collection enforcement defense, emergency assistance with seriously delinquent passport certifications, settlements, penalty abatements, employment and sales and use tax, ACA compliance and federal and state audits, including cryptocurrency audits and financial instruments litigation in the United States Tax Court.  Her extensive and high-volume practice in these areas compliments her international tax compliance work.  Alla’s experience includes tax litigation in federal and state courts. 

Over the years, Alla has worked across a variety of domestic and international tax regulation areas both in an advisory and audit defense capacity.  Alla’s international work encompasses financial accounts and pension systems reporting in a variety of foreign financial environments, including the countries of Australia, Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, the Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, the Netherlands, Romania, Thailand, and the United Kingdom.  On the individual side, Alla advises on requirements pertaining to inheritance and foreign gift reportable transfers.  On the entity level, Alla works with corporation, partnership and disregarded entity reporting and the resulting entity and individual FBAR obligations.  Alla has assisted her clients with gaining compliance through voluntary disclosures and streamlined filing compliance procedures programs.  

Alla earned her Juris Doctor from the George Washington University Law School and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Affairs from George Mason University.

Education

  • The George Washington University Law School
    - J.D.
  • George Mason University
    - B.A. Global Affairs – 2008

Speaking Engagements & Panel Participation

Publications

Professional Organizations & Memberships

  • American Bar Association
  • Maryland State Bar Association

Awards and Honors

Client testimonials

I had no idea I needed a tax attorney, until I got one. Alla Cates of Frost Law has been an asset in my life! She has a great deal of professionalism along with a side of joyfulness. Alla's knowledge and confidence in protecting my best interest has been exceptional! How she deals with all issues shows her ability to go above and beyond supporting her clients.

Theresa B.

Alla Cates did a amazing job for me with back taxes. I got a great result and always prompt responses to any questions I had. I would recommend her and have to others.

Bob B.

I had a case pending for a Virginia tax assessment which I felt was wrong since I am a resident of Nevada. I have a summer home in Virginia used by myself and family members from around the U.S.. A lot of the case was based on information from 10 years ago and hard to verify. Alla and the staff at Frost Law did the research and documentation to show precedence that I was not a resident and subject to Virginia tax laws. I would highly recommend Alla and the staff at Frost & Associates if you have a tax problem with you state.

Joe D.

Frost Law has handled my complex tax matter with the utmost professionalism. Alla Cates is superb. She is highly skilled, knowledgeable, responsive, and empathetic, going the extra mile to be encouraging when the inevitable complexities of such matters arise. The paralegals are very professional and supportive, as well. Aubrey Korbess, in particular, is excellent. I highly recommend Frost Law.

Elaine

Client testimonials

I had an excellent experience working with Frost Law, especially with Heather Posey. She expertly handled my complex tax situation with exceptional thoroughness, deep expertise, and unwavering professionalism. Heather went above and beyond to make sure I felt supported throughout the entire process, demonstrating true empathy for my concerns. I was impressed by how efficiently she completed my case in a very timely manner. I highly recommend Heather Posey and the entire Frost Law team to anyone seeking knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective assistance with tax issues.

Janet V.

Professional and effective. Realistic, methodical planning and execution. After no luck with several companies that claimed huge results, I was referred to Frost and Associates, LLC by a friend that had gone though a similar situation. I have been impressed the whole way through. They are prepared with the next strategy when one doesn't go as planned. They are honest and up front about the possible scenarios and are great with communication.

William T.

Very knowledgeable and friendly

Judd L.

I'm an attorney in Oregon and I hired Frost Law to assist with a legal tax matter. As a legal professional, the lawyers and staff at Frost Law are top tier. I was kept informed during every step of the process, and they did what they said they would. If you need tax help, you've found the right firm. There is no need to call any where else. Frost Law will fight for you and do their best!

Aaron T.

Client testimonials

Provided excellent, thoughtful advice, were very knowledgeable and provided me with a lot of reassurance about my situation. I would not hesitate to recommend Frost Law.

Natalie W.

Frost Law was a pleasure to work with. They worked with us to obtain the Employee Retention Credit. Everyone we worked with was friendly, helpful, and patient in answering questions and explaining the process to us. I highly recommend them!

Patty S.

Glen Frost and his staff are excellent! Not only do they know the law, they provide great client service. They called me back right away, they explained complicated matters in a very clear way and gave me all of my options. I highly recommend them to any individual or business owner for tax disputes. Five Stars!

Thomas M.

We had the pleasure of working with Frost & Associates this year to prepare and file ERC returns. Everyone from their administrative staff to their paralegals and attorneys were friendly, professional and kept us informed every step of the way. Highly, highly recommend.

Crista H.

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