Meltzer Lippe has been an extensive source of information to the public and the media regarding tax and legal implications of the alleged fraud by Bernard Madoff. The firm has organized a multi-disciplinary team of lawyers to assist victims. If you wish to join our email list and want to talk to us about Madoff problems, please contact Madoff Project Manager Karen Goldberg by email kgoldberg@meltzerlippe.com or by phone at 516.747.0300.
Television Interviews
Stephen M. Breitstone exclusive guest of LI Talks on Madoff sentencing and the effect investor’s lack of confidence has on the economy.
CBS Evening News with Katie Couric interviews Stephen M. Breitstone and Meltzer Lippe clients Madoff Tax Issues.
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Stephen M. Breitstone talks to News 12 about sentencing for Bernard Madoff.
Stephen M. Breitstone discusses the Madoff Ponzi scheme on News 12’s Long Island Talks.
Stephen Breitstone talks to News 12 about Madoff plea bargain.
Richard Lippe talks to News 12 about how investors can protect themselves.
Stephen Breitstone interviewed by Fox Business News on tax relief for Madoff issues.
Channel 9 Investigations interviews Stephen Breitstone about Madoff victims.
Authored Article
"Madoff Victims Who Paid Taxes On Scheme Seek Refunds"
By: Stephen M. Breitstone, Esq. and José Berra, Esq.
The typical Madoff investor who was victimized by the alleged Ponzi scheme has paid taxes over the years (sometimes many years) on income it now seems never existed.
In the News
Meltzer Lippe presented at an event for Madoff Victims on June 16, 2009. José Berra is quoted in the Long Island Press article about the event.
Tax Partner Stephen M. Breitstone talks to Long Island Business News about IRS Regs that Help Ponzi Scheme Victims Recover Taxes.
Stephen M. Breitstone spoke to reporter Jane Kim at the Wall Street Journal and provided information used in this article that appeared on March 12, 2009 in the Wall Street Journal.
The Wall Street Journal’s article “Madoff Victims Turn to IRS to Get Relief” includes a quote by Stephen M. Breitstone.
Stephen M. Breitstone quoted in Newsday article regarding Bernard Madoff
Stephen M. Breitstone quoted on December 26, 2008 in Long Island Business News article on Madoff scandal.
December 23, 2008 Associated Press quotes Meltzer Lippe regarding "Where did all of Bernard Madoff's Money Go?".
Tax Partner Stephen M. Breitstone talks to Associated Press about $50 Billion Madoff fraud.
Newsday reports on Meltzer Lippe strategy to seek tax relief for Madoff investors.
Class-action law suit is not an effective way to recover lost money.
Events
Stephen M. Breitstone participated in a presentation to over 175 people who attended the NY Area Fraud Victims Coalition meeting at the Port Washington Library on June 16th. Attendees of the packed house were able to hear Stephen M. Breitstone and others talk about SIPC & Clawback, Tax & Impending Legislation, and Investment & Risk. Leaders of Madoff Victims Groups also presented. To view Steve Breitstone’s presentation click here. Another event is planned for June 30, 2009.For details email.
Letter to Clients
New Income Tax Relief for Victims of the Madoff Fraud and Other Ponzi Schemes.
Recent additional Income Tax Guidance for Victims of the Madoff Fraud and Other Ponzi Schemes.
Stephen Breitstone, José Berra and Richard Lippe provide guidance for Madoff victim clients filing income tax returns.
Letter Regarding February 20, 2009 Trustee Hearing.
Letter to Public
$50 Billion Madoff Fraud
Meltzer Lippe Organizes Project Team.
Press Releases
Will the Irs Refund Back Taxes Paid on Fictitious Madoff Income?
Meltzer Lippe Organizes Multi-Disciplinary Team of Attorneys to Assist Community with Madoff Claims