TAXLITIGATOR – Tax Controversy (Civil & Criminal) Report

We are pleased to announce that Steven Toscher has been recognized in the Chambers and Partners, 2026 USA, for strength and expertise in the areas of Tax Fraud and Tax Controversy and the upcoming Chambers High Net Worth in the area of Tax: Private Client.

Steven Toscher is “a well-regarded tax practitioner who advises clients on sensitive issues, including criminal tax fraud investigations.” and is “noted for his experience advising clients on contentious tax matters, including IRS and DOJ litigation.”

Chambers is the world’s leading legal rankings and insights intelligence company. For over 30 years, Chambers has differentiated the very best legal talent by identifying and ranking law firm departments and lawyers globally.

It is an honor to be recognized by Chambers. The continued rankings is a reflection of our ongoing commitment in providing our best and highest representation in criminal and civil tax matters. We are very grateful to our clients who make this recognition possible by putting their trust and support in our team of tax professionals at HOCHMAN SALKIN TOSCHER PEREZ P.C. 

Steven Toscher is the Managing Principal of the law firm, and specializes in civil and criminal tax controversy and litigation. Mr. Toscher is a Certified Tax Specialist in Taxation, the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, a Fellow of the American College of Tax Counsel and has received an “AV” rating from Martindale Hubbell. Mr. Toscher serves as Co-Chair of the UCLA Tax Controversy Institute and Co-Chair of the ABA Criminal Tax Fraud and Tax Controversy Conference. Mr. Toscher is a frequent lecturer and author on tax controversy and litigation topics and is a co-author of the BNA Portfolio, Tax Crimes. Mr. Toscher was the 2018 recipient of the Joanne M. Garvey Award, given annually to recognize lifetime achievement and outstanding contributions to the field of tax law by a senior member of the California tax bar. Mr. Toscher is also the recipient the USD School of Law Richard Carpenter Excellence in Tax Award. In 2024 Mr. Toscher was the recipient of the prestigious Jules Ritholz Memorial Merit Award presented by the Civil and Criminal Tax Penalties Committee of the Taxation Section of the American Bar Association, recognizing tax lawyers who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, achievement and integrity in the field of civil and criminal tax controversies.