A chapter 13 bankruptcy is called a wage earner's plan. It enables individuals with regular income to develop a plan to repay all or part of their debts. Under this chapter, debtors propose a repayment plan to make installments to creditors over three to five years.
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Spencer Evans
Attorney
Spencer Evans brings nearly 20 years of exclusively practicing tax law. He started his career as a state tax attorney working for a state taxing agency and has significant experience working as a tax attorney for Big 4 accounting firms. His unique background provides invaluable insight into how both sides approach tax controversies.
Credentials and Expertise:
- Juris Doctor, Florida State University School of Law (2005)
- Admitted to practice before Arizona, Utah, Federal District and U.S. Tax Courts
- Former government tax attorney
- 13+ years at PwC and Deloitte representing both small and large taxpayers in tax matters before state taxing agencies throughout the U.S.
- Nationwide sales tax audit defense specialist
- Expert in reverse sales tax audits and refund procurement
- Multi-state tax controversy resolution
- Federal and state tax appeals representation

Michelle Turpin
Attorney
With nearly 40 years of experience representing taxpayers before the IRS and state taxing authorities, Michelle Turpin is recognized as one of Utah's leading tax controversy attorneys. She has successfully handled thousands of complex tax cases, from routine audits to high-stakes criminal tax investigations.
Credentials and Expertise:
- Juris Doctor, University of Utah School of Law (1989)
- LL.M. Masters in Taxation, University of San Diego (1990)
- Former intern, IRS Office of District Counsel
- Admitted to practice before Utah, Federal District Court and U.S. Tax Courts
- Specializes in federal and state tax controversy, criminal tax defense, and complex tax planning