The Law Office of Joshua A. Lowenthal

The Law Office of Joshua A. Lowenthal combines legal expertise with property tax consulting to help Michigan property owners reduce their tax burden. Located in Bloomfield Hills, this practice specializes in challenging property assessments through formal appeals and administrative procedures. The firm works with both residential homeowners and commercial property investors who believe their properties are overassessed. Joshua Lowenthal brings years of experience in tax law to property assessment disputes. His team understands Michigan's property tax system and knows how to build compelling cases for tax reductions. They've helped clients save thousands of dollars by successfully appealing inflated assessments and correcting valuation errors.

Property assessment appeals form the core of this practice's services. They handle formal appeals to local boards of review, Michigan Tax Tribunal cases, and administrative hearings for property tax disputes. The firm conducts thorough property valuation analyses, comparing your property to similar sales and identifying assessment errors that justify reductions. For commercial properties, they provide comprehensive tax consulting including income approach valuations, depreciation analysis, and assessment ratio studies. Residential services include homestead exemption applications, principal residence exemption reviews, and poverty exemption assistance for qualifying homeowners. The practice also handles property tax matters related to business transactions, ensuring proper valuations during acquisitions and sales. They work with certified appraisers when needed and can coordinate expert testimony for complex cases.

Your consultation begins with a comprehensive review of your property's assessment history and recent tax notices. The attorney will analyze comparable sales, inspect your property if needed, and determine the strength of your appeal case. If proceeding, they'll file the necessary paperwork within Michigan's strict deadlines and represent you at hearings. Throughout the process, you'll receive regular updates on case progress and strategy adjustments. The firm handles all communications with tax authorities and coordinates any required appraisals or expert witnesses. Most cases resolve through negotiation, but they're prepared to take matters to the Michigan Tax Tribunal when necessary for the best outcome.

Serving Oakland County and surrounding areas including Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Rochester, and Royal Oak. The practice handles cases throughout southeastern Michigan, with particular expertise in Oakland County's assessment procedures and local board practices. They also represent clients in Michigan Tax Tribunal cases statewide when appeals proceed to that level.