About Thomas
Thomas Regan was a distinguished tax attorney based in Prior Lake, Minnesota, with over 40 years of experience in the field of tax law. His career was dedicated to resolving tax controversies for both individuals and businesses, and he played a pivotal role in assisting thousands of clients in federal and state actions. Regan's expertise was broad, encompassing audits, administrative appeals, and collection matters. His extensive litigation experience included appearances in various courts, such as the United States Tax Court, U.S. Federal District Court, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Minnesota Supreme Court, Minnesota Court of Appeals.
The Minnesota Tax Court. Regan's firm, Regan Tax Law, was located at 16180 Hastings Ave SE, Suite 201, Prior Lake, MN 55372. The firm provided many services, including business taxes, criminal tax litigation, estate tax planning, international taxes, payroll taxes, property taxes, sales taxes, tax appeals, tax audits, and comprehensive tax planning. His commitment to his clients was evident in his approach—ensuring they felt cared for and could sleep at night, even in the face of complex tax issues. In addition to his legal practice, Regan was a frequent lecturer on tax controversy topics. He shared his knowledge at state and local legal seminars, as well as with private law firms and accounting firms.
His contributions to the field were recognized through various accolades. Regan maintained an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell for over 25 years, reflecting his high ethical standards and professional ability. He also held an Avvo rating of 10 and was designated as a Super Lawyer since 1997, underscoring his expertise and reputation in tax law. Regan was a member of the Minnesota State Bar, actively participating in the legal community. He was also involved with the Minnesota Board of Accountancy, where he held CPA Certificate No. 30940.
However, his CPA certificate expired on December 31, 2018, and he did not renew it for more than two years, leading to its automatic revocation. Despite this setback, he continued to practice law diligently until his passing on February 23, 2023, at the age of 66. Regan's legacy is marked by his unwavering dedication to his clients and his contributions to the field of tax law. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Patsy, as well as his brothers, Jack, Mike, and Pat, and his niece, Shannon Weithers. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with his family at www.ballardsunderfuneral.com, reflecting the impact he had on the lives of those he served throughout his career.