Kateryna Dzhevaga·IRS CAA · Authorized IRS e-file Provider·Federal practice (all 50 states)·EN · RU · UK
Los Angeles, CA · Tax expert for the Russian-speaking community
Tax pro for Russian-speakers in Los Angeles
Form 1040 / 1040-NR preparation, ITIN, LLC formation, FBAR, and tax planning for Russian-speaking residents of Los Angeles. I work fully remotely with all US states — no in-person meetings required, everything via a secure online portal.
TL;DR
If you're a Russian-speaking immigrant or non-resident in Los Angeles (including West Hollywood, Glendale, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Beverly Hills) and need US tax help, I work with {city} clients remotely. Federal 1040 / 1040-NR + California state return, FBAR if you have foreign accounts, ITIN/EIN, LLC formation. As an IRS CAA and Authorized IRS e-file Provider, I work with clients remotely across all 50 states. ~300 000+ Russian-speakers in the {city} metro.
📅 Updated: June 2026
Russian-speaking community in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is one of the largest centers of Russian-speaking immigration in the US (approximately 300 000+ residents in the metro area). The community concentrates in several neighborhoods with Russian schools, grocery stores, Russian-speaking doctors and lawyers. I work with {city} clients remotely: all interactions via an encrypted portal, video consultation on Zoom if you want to discuss a complex case in person.
Main neighborhoods with a Russian-speaking population
West Hollywood Glendale Sherman Oaks Studio City Beverly Hills
California state tax specifics
California has the highest state tax in the US (1-13.3%). The top 13.3% bracket kicks in above $1M. For high earners in LA, federal + CA tax easily exceeds 50% marginal rate. Tax planning is critical here — especially for business sales, RSU vesting, real estate.
What I do for clients in Los Angeles
All services delivered remotely. Documents via encrypted portal, electronic signature (DocuSign), e-file with the IRS.
Form 1040 for US persons
For US citizens, Green Card holders, immigrants who passed the substantial presence test. Worldwide income, FEIE $126,500, foreign tax credit. From $200.
Form 1040-NR for non-residents
For NRAs with US-source income: business, rental, investments. Treaty benefits reduce withholding from 30% to 5-15%.
LLC formation
Turnkey Wyoming or Delaware LLC — formation through EIN, Operating Agreement, bank account. Single-member or multi-member.
FBAR (FinCEN 114)
Foreign accounts report >$10K aggregate. Prepared in parallel with 1040. Non-filing penalty starts at $16,536/year.
Tax planning
S-Corp election, retirement (SEP / Solo 401k), QSBS, real estate. When to time a major purchase/sale so you don't overpay tax.
ITIN application (CAA)
I'm IRS-authorized as a Certifying Acceptance Agent — I process ITIN without sending your passport to IRS, 6-8 weeks instead of 11-16.
How we work remotely with Los Angeles clients
No need to come to an office — I work with all 50 states remotely.
1. Initial consultation via Telegram, Zoom, or phone. We discuss your situation, define scope and price.
2. I send a secure cloud portal where you upload documents (W-2, 1099, account statements, etc.). End-to-end encrypted, only you and I have access.
3. I prepare the return + all required schedules. Send draft for your review.
4. Electronic signing (DocuSign / IRS Form 8879), e-file with the IRS, all copies stay with you.
5. If an IRS notice comes about a return I prepared — I help you understand it and respond. I work with clients in all 50 states remotely.
All 2026 deadlines are the same for Los Angeles residents: federal deadline April 15, automatic extension to October 15.
FAQ — {city}
If your question isn't here, message me on Telegram for a personal reply.
No. All my clients are remote. You upload documents to a secure portal, sign electronically, all meetings via Zoom or Telegram. I work the same way with all 50 states: same process whether you're in {city} or a small town.
Los Angeles, CA
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