Former IRS attorney Kimberly Tyson launched K. Tyson Law in 2025 after decades inside the federal tax system. One year later, the Charlotte firm is serving clients nationwide and making an impact through pro bono initiatives.
(Charlotte, NC) September 28, 2026 – K. Tyson Law celebrates one year as a woman-owned specialty tax law firm in Charlotte. Founded in October 2025 by attorney Kimberly Tyson, the firm marks its first year serving clients nationwide. The anniversary is special because the firm’s doors opened the first day after concluding Kim’s 20+ years of federal tax experience, most recently at the IRS and, prior to that, the U.S. Tax Court.
Tyson Law helps clients navigate IRS tax controversies, from administrative resolution to litigation, and advises clients on the tax aspects of charitable giving including conservation easements and charitable art donations. Kim took the experience she gained over a 20+ year government career and built a boutique practice focused on providing clients with sophisticated tax counsel and personal attention.
Using IRS Tax Knowledge and Insight to Guide and Defend Taxpayers
“After spending decades working inside the IRS, I knew I wanted to build something different,” remarks Kim. “We have a significant amount of technical expertise and knowledge that we wanted to give back to the community. With our new practice, we’re serving the philanthropic community by educating and advising donors on charitable giving and advancing their litigation if it gets to that. We’ve seen time and time again real donations being made where one of the tax rules weren’t met and the donation was lost.”
Long-time colleague and friend, Karin Gross, joined Kim’s new firm. The duo worked together at the IRS on charitable contribution issues for many years and taught IRS revenue agents what to look for in an audit. They also collaborated with IRS attorneys on issues to raise in litigation. Karin explains, “We both know what is likely to trigger an audit, and we know how taxpayers can avoid those triggers.”
Making an Impact One Year In
A pillar of the firm’s mission is to provide affordable access to tax justice. Kim’s first priority when she left the IRS was to create the North Carolina Bar Association Calendar Call program, a pro bono initiative to help unrepresented taxpayers with cases before the U.S. Tax Court. The program is one of seven nationwide and is offered to help fill the gap in providing access to the legal system. Volunteer tax attorneys advise taxpayers about the tax process, the legal issues in the cases, and the strength of their cases. Volunteer attorneys are also permitted to enter a limited appearance to represent the taxpayer. The Tax Court is a traveling court that meets in Winston-Salem and Columbia, SC, but recently added the Queen City as one of five new trial locations.
Since K. Tyson Law opened last year, Karin and Kim have made a total of 30 tax law presentations. Attendees included appraisers, wealth advisors, attorneys, accountants, law students, donors, and charities. Kim and Karin have taught CLE/CE classes and been on panels at tax forums and ABA meetings. In addition, Kim provided volunteer services to Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy and the Center for Taxpayers Rights. To see a list of available courses and upcoming events visit our Event page.
Kim looks forward to extending their reach to advise more clients in the upcoming years: “We are able to use our insight and agency knowledge to better serve our clients with the value and personal experience of a smaller law firm.”
About K. Tyson Law, PLLC
Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, K. Tyson Law, PLLC is a boutique tax law firm that offers counsel to those responding to IRS notices as well as those seeking proactive guidance on federal tax matters. With more than 50 years of combined experience among its attorneys, the firm emphasizes a personalized approach grounded in extensive knowledge of IRS processes and federal tax procedures.