Austin, TX ? Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP announce the acquisition of Scoliere & Associates, expanding the firm?s presence in Pennsylvania and establishing a new practice in Ohio. Scoliere & Associates is a strategic addition to the Linebarger Goggan government tax collection practice, bringing both key clients and many years of experience working specifically with states on recovery of owed debt.
?We are excited about adding Michael Scoliere and his team of professionals to the Linebarger Goggan family,? said Partner Bill King. ?Adding their knowledge and expertise to our team will enhance our ability to represent state government in sales and income tax collection.?
The acquisition will complement Linebarger Goggan?s existing operations in Pennsylvania by adding a new office in Harrisburg, as well as creating a new presence in Ohio through Scoliere?s office in Columbus which service several clients including the State of Ohio Attorney General, which Mr. Scoliere has served as Special Counsel since 1993.
?Linebarger Goggan exemplifies the dedication to collecting revenue for government clients that makes this a worthwhile business,? said Michael Scoliere, founder and President of Scoliere & Associates. ?Our philosophies of providing excellent legal services coupled with outstanding customer service are virtually the same and I look forward to working together to achieve our common goals.?
Scoliere & Associates was founded in 1995 and employs 28 professionals. During the last three years, the firm has collected over $8 million a year in delinquent debt for its government clients.
Linebarger Goggan represents many of the largest governmental entities in states such as California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, and Pennsylvania. They also represent the U.S. Treasury. Linebarger Goggan is dedicated to leveraging its capacity through technology and professional collection personnel to provide ongoing taxpayer services and support government infrastructure.
