Our Story
42 Years of Trusted Financial Expertise
Founded in 1986, Austin CPA Firm – Joseph Hanlon, CPA Firm, PLLC has built its reputation on integrity, precision, and a genuine commitment to every client's financial success.
Who We Are
Austin CPA Firm – Joseph Hanlon, CPA Firm, PLLC was established in 1986 with a single mission: to provide individuals and businesses in Austin and across Texas with the highest caliber of tax and accounting services available anywhere in the country. Nearly four decades later, that mission has never wavered.
Our team is led by professionals whose credentials are rare even in the accounting world. We combine the analytical rigor of a Certified Public Accountant, the investigative instincts of a Certified Fraud Examiner, the insider perspective of a former IRS Agent, and the legal precision of a Juris Doctor with an LL.M in Taxation.
That combination means we see your financial picture from every angle — compliance, strategy, risk, and opportunity — and we bring all of it to bear on your behalf.
Our Core Values
Integrity
We tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. Honest counsel is the foundation of every client relationship.
Precision
In accounting, the details matter. We approach every return, report, and analysis with meticulous attention to accuracy.
Personalization
No two clients are alike. We tailor every engagement to your specific circumstances, goals, and risk tolerance.
Accessibility
We are available when you need us — not just at tax time. Year-round access to your advisor is standard, not a premium.
Founding Partner
Dr. Joseph Hanlon, CPA, JD
Dr. Joseph Hanlon brings over 42 years of tax law and accounting expertise to every client engagement. His career began inside the IRS, where he gained an unparalleled understanding of how the agency thinks, investigates, and resolves tax matters.
After leaving the IRS, Dr. Hanlon earned his Juris Doctor and LL.M in Taxation and built a practice that has served hundreds of clients ranging from high-net-worth individuals to multinational corporations. He is widely recognized as one of the foremost authorities on IRS representation, international tax compliance, and forensic accounting.
Dr. Hanlon's credentials as a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, and licensed attorney allow him to provide comprehensive counsel that bridges the gap between accounting precision and legal strategy — a combination few practitioners can offer.
Credentials That Set Us Apart
Certified Public Accountant
Licensed to provide the full spectrum of accounting, auditing, and tax services with the highest professional and ethical standards.
Certified Fraud Examiner
Specialized expertise in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation — protecting clients from financial crime and uncovering wrongdoing.
Former IRS Agent
First-hand knowledge of IRS operations, audit procedures, and collection processes — an unmatched advantage in tax resolution and compliance.
Juris Doctor
Legal training that informs every tax strategy, ensuring our advice is not only financially sound but legally defensible.
Master of Laws in Taxation
Advanced graduate study in tax law, providing deep expertise in complex domestic and international tax matters.
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