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Protect Your Wealth Before the Government Comes Knocking.ore the IRS

You worked hard for what you have; you shouldn’t lose it to avoidable taxes, Probate costs, or government intrusion. Thoughtful planning is not a luxury—it is essential to keeping your estate private, efficient, and under your control.

I’m Harry “Wis” Laughlin, a tax attorney with five decades of experience helping individuals and business owners protect what they’ve built. My focus is simple: reduce government nterference, unnecessary taxes, and legal costs so more of your wealth goes to your loved ones—not the government.

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When you work with me, you gain:​

  • The protection and confidentiality of attorney-client privilege

  • Reduced Probate expense and delay through proactive planning

  • Stronger privacy, so your affairs are not open to public inspection in Probate Court

  • Strategies to avoid or minimize income tax on estates exposed to the 37% bracket and unwanted IRS scrutiny

  • The services of one of fifteen accredited estate planners in the Memphis area.


As a former attorney in the IRS Chief Counsel’s Office and a multi-year Super Lawyers honoree in taxation, I bring deep, practical insight to both planning and defense. You benefit from prevention-first strategy, realistic advice, and full representation power if the IRS ever comes calling.

Availability is limited. Reserving now helps insure your spot before tax season pressures begin.

Are You Quietly Worried About Your Tax Situation?

  • Even without legal complications an immediate IRS notice threatens, many high-earning know that they have potential tax problems. Why worry?

  • Reporting rules grow more complex every year. Small mistakes can lead to massive penalties.

  • People overpay taxes year after year without realizing it.

  • Prevention is always cheaper—and far less stressful.

What sets this approach apart:

  • Prevention-First Strategy — Every engagement begins with analysis before filing: returns reviewed, transactions structured defensibly, and long-term plans created to minimize audit exposure.

  • Full Representation Power — Ready to stand with you through IRS examinations, appeals, collections, and Tax Court if ever needed.

  • Realistic, No-Hype Advice — No gimmicks or empty guarantees—just strategic guidance grounded in decades of real tax law experience.

  • Year-Round Advisor Role — You’ll never face tax season surprises alone.

What Clients Say About Working With Wis:

“After years of worrying about my international holdings, I finally had a clear plan—and peace of mind. Worth every penny.”
— High-Net-Worth Client

“My return was reviewed before filing, and issues that would have triggered an audit were caught early. Saved me stress and money.”
— Entrepreneur

“Complex rules explained clearly, no jargon, and everything handled confidentially.”
— Business Owner

Take the First Step Toward Tax Confidence Today

Uncertainty is expensive. Clarity is powerful.

A confidential consultation gives you a clear picture of where you’re exposed, where you’re overpaying, and what steps make sense now—not after a problem starts.

Request Your Free 30-Minute Tax Risk & Planning Consultation

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"Wis Laughlin has been a business associate for over 20 years. During these years he worked as my Chief Legal Counsel at Software Earnings Inc. for several years. He also founded three corporations for me and provided legal counsel and advise on many business matters, to include acquisition, wills, and taxes. I have the utmost respect for his knowledge, wisdom, and understanding of the legal world. I highly recommend his services."    -Larry Thornton/CEO

Tax preparation & planning             Transaction planning             Estate planning

Wis Laughlin

6800 Poplar Avenue Ste 210

Germantown, TN 38138

(901) 218-7820

hwLaughlin@901bizlaw.com

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