Director

Alyssa Maloof Whatley

alyssa.whatley@frosttaxlaw.com

Tax Law

Bar Admissions/Licenses

  • Georgia

Court Admissions

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

Background & History

Alyssa Maloof Whatley joins Frost Law as the Director of Tax Controversy (Domestic), bringing a wealth of experience and a client-centered approach to resolving complex tax matters. As an experienced tax lawyer with a proven track record to reduce tax liability, Alyssa is a fierce advocate dedicated to navigating the intricacies of the IRS. Her background, from working in her family's small business to assisting a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge, has provided her with a unique and comprehensive understanding of financial challenges from multiple perspectives.

Her approach to tax resolution is built on a foundation of honest and straightforward representation, ensuring clients are empowered through clear communication and education. Alyssa believes in crafting tailored, creative solutions for each unique tax problem, from handling an IRS audit to negotiating settlements, rejecting a one-size-fits-all mentality. This commitment to personalized service is enhanced by her use of client-focused technology to create a seamless and accessible experience for those she represents.

Before joining Frost Law, Alyssa founded her own successful law firm, driven by a desire to help people on a more personal and impactful level. A graduate of Georgia State University School of Law, she has dedicated her career to tax litigation, establishing herself as a trusted tax lawyer helping individuals and businesses resolve issues with back taxes to achieve financial peace of mind.

Education

  • Georgia State University College of Law, J.D.Honors: CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Highest Grade): National Security Law, J.B. Moore Tax Clinic Fellowship Recipient.
    Activities: Philip C. Cook Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic, Graduate Research Assistant
  • University of Georgia, B.A., Major: International Affairs, Honors: cum laude, Honors: HOPE Scholarship Recipient, Honors: Roller Skating Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Honors: Dean’s List, Honors: Sigma Iota Rho, Honors: Alpha Chi Omega

Speaking Engagements & Panel Participation

  • Fixing the Past: Ethical and Other Considerations in Addressing Errors and Omissions on Prior Returns, Voluntary Disclosures, and Beyond, American Bar Association Criminal Tax Fraud and Controversy Conference, 2025
  • The Ethical Lawyer In Remote Representation, Marketing, and Kovel Agreements, /St Louis Summer Tax Summit, 2025
  • Restitution-Based Assessments: Navigating the Overlap of Criminal Restitution and Civil Tax Procedure, American Bar Association Virtual 2025 Fall Tax Meeting, October 2025
  • Advanced Strategies at the Bankruptcy-Tax Crossroads, American Bar Association May Meeting, April 2025
  • Advanced Issues in Tax, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) Members Only Meeting, 2024
  • Tax Controversies Involving Entertainers, Performers, and Influencers, Taxpayer Assistance Center, 2024 and 2025
  • Advance Issues in Tax & Bankruptcy in a Post-COVID Era, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) Annual Convention, 2023
  • Adding Tax Resolution to Your Practice, Mississippi Bankruptcy Bar, 2023
  • An In-Depth Exploration of the Impact that Bankruptcy Filing Can Have on Resolving a Client’s Tax Problem: The Rules, Strategies, Options, Pitfalls, and Knowing When Not to File a Bankruptcy Case, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA), 2022
  • Social Media Panel, CEO Lawyer Summit, 2022
  • The Power of Framing, Basic Bankruptcy Dischargeability for Tax Professionals, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS), 2022
  • Basic Bankruptcy Dischargeability for Tax Professionals, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS), 2022
  • “Are You Hiring? Understanding Employment Taxes & Trust Fund Recovery Penalty,” American Association of Daily Money Managers, November 2022
  • Quoted “'Pig Butchering' Theft Losses May Evade TCJA Restrictions,” TaxNotes Federal, August 8, 2024.
  • Quoted “For Social Media Influencers, New Facts Follow Old Law,” TaxNotes Federal, May 24, 2021, p.1178-1181.
  • Featured Attorney on WSB-TV Channel 2’s Investigation of Todd and Julie Chrisley’s Tax Settlement Case with the Georgia Department of Revenue
  • Adding Tax Resolution to Your Practice, Mississippi Bankruptcy Bar, 2021
  • Bankruptcy Dischargeability for Tax Practitioners and Framing Powerful Arguments, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers Super Speaker Conference - Dallas, 2021
  • How to Defend Form 8300 Audits, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers, 2021
  • Presentation regarding dischargeability of tax debt in Chapter 7s and 13s, Tax Liens, Interest on Tax Debt, Reading Tax Transcripts, and More., Speaker, I know the 3yr/2yr/ 240 Day Rule, Tell Me What's Next , NACBA's 27th Annual Convention, Bankruptcy/ Tax, 2019
  • Bankruptcy and Tax Dischargeability, Post Discharge Tax Issues, and Alternatives to Bankruptcy, Speaker, Bankruptcy Basics, Advance Tax, and Advance Tax 11, NACBA Annual Members Conference Puerto Rico, Bankruptcy, Tax, 2019
  • Review of the New 2018 Tax Cut and Jobs Act, Speaker, Avast Yet! Benefits of the New Tax Law & Applicability to Solo Practitioners, NACBA Summit at the Sea
    Cuba, Tax, 2018
  • 2018 National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA), Bankruptcy Broncoville: Tax Litigation, 2018, Speaker, Bankruptcy Broncoville: Tax Litigation, 26th Annual NACBA Convention, Bankruptcy, Tax, 2018
  • Cobb County Bar Association Bankruptcy Section, IRS Programs and Alternatives to Bankruptcy, 2017, Speaker, IRS Programs and Alternatives to Bankruptcy, Cobb County Bar Association, Bankruptcy, Tax, 2017
  • Cobb County Bar Association Bankruptcy Section Annual CLE, Dealing with the Internal Revenue Service to Avoid Potential Pitfalls, 2017, Speaker, Dealing with the Internal Revenue Service to Avoid Potential Pitfalls, Cobb County Bar Association Bankruptcy Section Annual CLE, Bankruptcy, Tax, 2017
  • United States Bankruptcy Court Northern District of Georgia: Bench and Bar Committee Lunch and Learn Program, Bankruptcy & Taxes, 2017, Speaker, Bankruptcy &
    Taxes, United States Bankruptcy Court Northern District of Georgia: Bench and Bar Committee, Bankruptcy, Tax, 2017
  • MACBAG & The W. Homer Drake, Jr. Georgia Bankruptcy American Inn of Court Joint Program, Not So Fast My Friend: Pitfalls and Risks of Attempts to Avoid Creditors Through Self-Settled Trust, Asset Protection and Spendthrift Trust, and Willful Evasion of Taxes, 2017, Speaker, Not So Fast My Friend: Pitfalls and Risks of Attempts to Avoid Creditors Through Self-Settled Trust, Asset Protection and Spendthrift Trust, and Willful Evasion of Taxes, Bankruptcy/Tax, 2017

Publications

Professional Organizations & Memberships

  • Member, State Bar of Georgia
  • Metro Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Group (President 2016-2018)
  • United States Tax Court
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia
  • Board Member, North Georgia Low Income Taxpayer Clinic
  • Vice Chair of ABA Tax Collection, Bankruptcy & Workouts Committee

Awards and Honors

  • The Rising Stars list recognizes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state. To be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. Rising Stars, Superlawyers, 2019-2026
  • Based on Client Ratings, Client's Choice Award, AVVO, 2018-2020
  • Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch, Litigation and Controversy - Tax Law, 2023-2026
  • 2019 Recipient of Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Client testimonials

I would definitely recommend Frost Law to anyone in need of professional legal help. I had a very unique case. When I contacted Frost law, I was able to get a consultation right away. I was given all the information I needed, which was a load off my mind. Very friendly staff. It seemed as though they went the extra mile to help me. Frost Law has a great group of people. Thank you for your service.

Gracie L.

Alyssa Whatley is an outstanding tax attorney! She always looks for the best paths to resolve problems for her clients. In addition, she is kind, patient and thoughtful, which is great when dealing with complicated tax issues.

Monica H.

Client testimonials

When you are having an issue with the IRS, you need professional help to communicate with the right person within the IRS that can help you with your situation. Unfortunately I was not able to find that person and my situation continued to drag on for months. I would communicate by letter and also attempted to use the phone but to no avail. The IRS did not quit working my case and their letters indicated they were getting stronger in demands.

I found Frost Law Firm paid a reasonable retainer, and they were working my case within days. I was very impressed with their contacts within the IRS and how they represented me. Lauren Mata was my attorney and she was very diligent, great at follow up and did everything she said she would do.

My case was settled not long ago, to my benefit as we were able to prove that our position was correct. Whereas I did not have the credibility with the IRS, Frost and Lauren Mata did. I believe I received good value for what I was charged.

Michael U.

Working with this firm has been a great experience. Their experts are sharp, approachable, and always focused on doing what’s best for the client. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to any CPA or advisor.

Ian W.

I found Frost Law Firm online after desperately searching for ways to expedite the long, painful process of getting desperately needed covid-19 pandemic era tax credits in 2024. Their legal team, including Hunter Scott, of this firm literally was one of my life-jackets on the fast-sinking ship of my business. Through their work with the IRS on my behalf, I had 90% of the tax credit refunds in hand by the close of 2025, which helped me turn things around. I highly recommend their expertise when it comes to the tax laws.

Allison W.

"Great folks. Mr. Frost and Associates are professional and very knowledgeable. They helped my wife and I out with some outstanding IRS issues with a close family member."

Jeff P.

Client testimonials

Extremely professional and helpful. They seem to be incredibly well-staffed, and everyone I spoke to was very pleasant. The services I needed were outside of my price range, but I have no doubt that they deserve what they charge.

Zachary P.

Exceptionally well presented and chock full of useful information

Albert S.

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.

Nathalie W.

Outstanding webinar!

Rick B.

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Every detail matters in litigation

The difference between winning and losing often comes down to what you noticed that others missed. I don't overlook anything.

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Legal jargon clouds judgment. I explain your situation plainly so you can make decisions with full knowledge of what's at stake.

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Six practice areas, one standard

The law doesn't fit neatly into boxes, but the problems people face do. I've spent years learning what works in each arena.

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Defense when the stakes run highest

The first hours after arrest determine everything. I know how to protect your rights when it matters most.

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Custody and divorce require clear thinking

Family law isn't about winning. It's about protecting what matters most to you and your children.

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Contracts and disputes demand precision

Most business problems start with unclear agreements. I help prevent them before they become costly litigation.

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Winning on appeal requires different strategy

Appeals aren't about retrying your case. They're about finding what was missed and making it matter.

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Your rights at work deserve aggressive defense

Employers count on you not knowing your rights. I make sure you do and that they're protected.

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Complex cases need someone who understands

Federal charges and financial crimes require specialized knowledge. I know how to navigate the details that prosecutors rely on.

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Arrest and your constitutional rights

What happens in those first critical hours
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Protecting custody when relationships end

Your children deserve a parent who planned ahead
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Why contracts fail and how to prevent it

The agreement you ignore today becomes tomorrow's lawsuit
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10 Jan 2024
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Federal charges demand specialized defense

Complex cases require someone who knows the system
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Standing up for your rights in the workplace

Employers count on you not knowing what you're owed
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How to win when the first trial didn't

Appeals are about finding what was overlooked before
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Decades of courtroom work shaped my approach

I've seen what wins cases and what doesn't. The difference lies in preparation, clarity, and the willingness to challenge every assumption. Your case deserves someone who knows the weight of these decisions.

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What you need is someone who knows how to win and won't settle for less.

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