Of Counsel

Chris Housh

chris.housh@askfrost.com

Bar Admissions

  • California

Background & History

Chris Housh has successfully negotiated resolutions for hundreds of clients facing challenging tax issues with the IRS & numerous state authorities. His highly customized approach has helped clients to achieve strong outcomes in difficult circumstances, save millions in tax obligations & penalties. His approach stems from the belief that each case is unique. Both a careful listener & a quick study, Chris develops strategies to meet client-specific challenges & objectives to help ensure a more favorable resolution. A strong supporter of small business owners, he places emphasis on ensuring clients emerge from tax challenges with a stronger understanding of their business & tax circumstances with the goal of minimizing the risk of difficulty going forward. He has presented speeches to other professionals about tax issues.

Chris Housh has represented clients in state & federal courts – including U.S. Tax Court, Federal District Court, California Office of Tax Appeals, and briefing for the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. He regularly advises business owners on tax planning & compliance, including entity formation, compliance requirements & helping businesses position themselves for continued growth. He also assists owners winding down operations, counseling on appropriate handling of assets, debts, & advising on filings to meet legal requirements.

Education

  • Golden Gate University School of Law 2016, J.D.
  • Webster University, 1995, Bachelor Degree

Speaking Engagements & Panel Participation

  • Lorman Education- 2012 – Form 1099 Reporting
  • 2013- Form 1099 Reporting
  • Sales and Use Tax for Manufacturers
  • Golden Gate Society of Enrolled Agents
  • 2015- Offer in Compromise
  • 2018- New Standards in Local IRS Collection Negotiations
  • (also presented to the Napa/Sonoma Enrolled Agents Society)
  • Golden Gate University School of Law Journal (Zoom Articles)
  • 2021- State and Local Tax Compliance Issues, and Winding Down Business Considerations
  • NBI
  • 2022- Cryptocurrency Law 2022
  • Podcast Guest - “Practical Tax with Steve Moskowitz” – episodes 17, 18, 21, and 22

Publications

Professional Organizations & Memberships

  • Golden Gate Society of Enrolled Agents, President- 2020 to 2024, 1st Vice President 2018-2020, Director 2013-2014 and 2017-2018.
  • Bar Association of San Francisco
  • Alameda County Bar Association
  • California Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
  • California Society of Enrolled Agents
  • National Association of Enrolled Agents

Awards and Honors

  • Super Lawyers Rising Star 2022 - San Francisco Bay Area
  • Super Lawyers Rising Star 2023 - San Francisco Bay Area

Gold Quote Marks

As a practicing attorney I have a wide range of tax law professionals at my disposal, and I would never think to use anyone but Frost Law. They are the best.

John T.