Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Tax & Accounting Partner in Arcadia
Christiansen Russell Christiansen has been serving the San Gabriel Valley for over forty years, providing trusted accounting and tax services. We specialize in practical solutions to reduce tax burdens for individuals, families, and businesses through services like income tax preparation, business entity planning, estate planning, and tax representation. In 2014, we acquired the Pasadena-based tax practice of W. Brian Russell, CPA, and later joined Jacobson Lawrence & Company's network of accountancy firms. This partnership allows us to leverage extensive regional, national, and international expertise while maintaining our commitment to personalized service. Our team focuses on helping clients retain more of their hard-earned money, eliminate financial stress, and enjoy quality time with loved ones.With a reputation for honesty, expertise, and reasonable rates, we have been recognized by Forbes magazine as one of the most outstanding accounting firms in the United States. Our services extend to tax compliance, bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax compliance, and specialized BOI reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act. We pride ourselves on understanding each client's unique financial situation to deliver tailored advice and long-term solutions. Our office at 255 East Santa Clara Street in Arcadia offers accessible parking and a welcoming environment for all clients. As part of Jacobson Lawrence & Company, we continue to uphold our founding principles while expanding our capacity to serve clients with enhanced resources and innovation.
Services
Tax Preparation
Estate Planning
BOI Reporting
Tax Representation
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Tax Compliance
Business Entity Planning
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined experience in tax and accounting services.
- Our team provides personalized financial strategies tailored to individual client needs.
- We maintain a strong reputation for honesty and ethical practices.
- Our partnership with Jacobson Lawrence & Company expands our expertise and resources.
- We specialize in navigating complex tax regulations and compliance requirements.
What people say
Tax guy I can trust
Honest, smart, ethical
Reasonable rates
First class service
Understands financial situation
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare comprehensive tax returns for individuals, businesses, and estates while identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities. Our expertise covers federal, state, and local tax regulations, ensuring accurate compliance with evolving requirements. Clients benefit from strategic planning that maximizes refunds and reduces future tax burdens through proactive financial strategies.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients protect assets and establish clear directives for wealth distribution. We create customized plans incorporating wills, trusts, and advanced directives to meet specific family needs. This includes tax-efficient strategies that preserve wealth across generations while ensuring compliance with current estate tax regulations and legal requirements.
BOI Reporting
We assist businesses with Beneficial Ownership Information reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act. Our team guides clients through FinCEN's requirements for identifying beneficial owners and submitting accurate filings. This includes preparing documentation, maintaining compliance records, and providing ongoing support for updates to protect businesses from penalties associated with non-compliance.
Tax Representation
We represent clients during IRS examinations and resolve tax collection issues through negotiated payment plans or offers in compromise. Our services include preparing documentation, communicating with tax authorities, and developing strategies to address outstanding liabilities. Clients receive expert guidance throughout the process to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining compliance with tax laws.
Business Planning
We advise on optimal business entity selection, including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, based on tax implications and operational goals. Our planning considers liability protection, profit distribution strategies, and long-term growth objectives. Clients receive comprehensive analysis of different structures to establish foundations that support both current needs and future expansion plans.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, estate planning, business entity structuring, BOI reporting, bookkeeping, payroll services, and tax representation for individuals and businesses.
What is BOI reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act?
BOI reporting requires businesses to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN. We help identify reportable owners, prepare documentation, and ensure compliance with filing deadlines.
Are you available outside regular business hours?
Our office operates Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm. We recommend scheduling appointments during these hours for direct in-person consultations.
How do you help reduce tax liabilities?
We analyze financial situations to identify deductions, credits, and strategic planning opportunities that legally minimize tax obligations while maintaining full compliance with regulations.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve clients in the San Gabriel Valley region from our Arcadia office location.
