Today we’d like to introduce you to Jason Wiggam.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I never set out to be a “tax lawyer” in the traditional sense. I didn’t know what type of law I wanted to practice when I started law school; I just knew that I wanted to help people resolve their problems. In law school, I worked as a student attorney at the Georgia State College of Law Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic. I represented indigent taxpayers who had disputes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and I witnessed firsthand the stress that IRS problems can cause for individuals and families. I developed a passion for tax law and decided to pursue a career as a tax attorney while working in the clinic. That experience showed me that tax law isn’t just about numbers and codes, but it is about advocacy, problem-solving, and giving people peace of mind.
After working for two law firms in Atlanta, I decided to take the leap and start my own law firm. Building Wiggam Law has been just as much about entrepreneurship as it is about law, as I went from wearing every hat myself to leading a 40-person team. It’s been a journey of taking risks, learning from mistakes, and staying focused on our mission: helping people find a way forward when they’re facing one of the most intimidating systems out there.
Outside of work, I’m a husband and dad to two boys, and we love traveling and spending time together.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. When I first started Wiggam Law, I knew how to be a good lawyer, but no one teaches you how to run a business in law school. I had to learn through trial and error and through a lot of continuous improvement. Finding clients, managing finances, building a reputation, and leading people were all things I had to figure out along the way.
The turning point came when my firm grew beyond what I could personally handle. Once I had five to ten employees, I hit a wall. I was still the “tip of the spear” for everything, and the stress and lack of delegation started to catch up with me. That was when I realized I wasn’t just running a law practice anymore; I owned a business. That mindset shift changed everything. It pushed me to focus on systems, structure and leadership, rather than trying to do it all myself. We pivoted from a loose, founder-centered model, where everyone essentially reported to me, to a well-organized business with clear accountability, improved communication and a team that could grow without my constant involvement.
Of course, the work itself isn’t always smooth either. Dealing with the IRS teaches you patience and persistence. Their systems are slow and outdated, and mistakes occur frequently, which can be frustrating for both clients and us. Those experiences have taught me that long-term success, whether in tax resolution or running a firm, comes from staying calm under pressure, trusting your strategy and playing the long game.
Looking back, every obstacle, whether it was burnout, growing pains or challenging cases, taught me something about patience, delegation and perspective. The road has not been smooth, but it has made me a stronger business owner, a better leader and a happier person.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Most people think of tax attorneys as the people you call only when the IRS is knocking at your door. At Wiggam Law, we’re changing that perception. We help individuals, business owners and professionals navigate complex IRS and state tax issues, but more importantly, we help them regain control of their finances, protect what they’ve built and move forward with confidence.
Tax resolution isn’t just one of our practice areas; it is the only thing we do. We have an unparalleled understanding of IRS and state tax laws and excel in complex cases. We craft smart, forward-looking strategies that solve today’s problems and also protect clients in the future. We also focus on responsive, client-focused representation, which means we go beyond resolving tax problems to tailor solutions that align with each client’s goals and help them stay in control of their financial future. And our proven results speak for themselves – whether we’re stopping IRS collections, saving a business from financial ruin or reducing a client’s tax liability, we fight to ensure every client walks away in a better position than when they came to us.
Our core values shape everything we do. We give a shit about our clients, our team and our community. We’re value focused, acting with integrity and transparency to deliver the best possible outcomes. We prioritize open communication, making sure our clients understand every step and feel supported through what can be an intimidating process. And we’re always improving, finding better ways to serve, advocate and grow.
What truly sets Wiggam Law apart is that we combine expertise with empathy. We’re not here to judge. We are here to solve problems and restore peace of mind. At the end of the day, we don’t just fix tax issues; we help good people get back to living their lives and running their businesses with confidence.
Can you talk to us about how you think about risk?
Starting my own law firm was by far the biggest risk I have ever taken. I left a stable position at another firm to go out on my own, without the safety net of a larger organization behind me. It was just me, one assistant and a lot of uncertainty. My first son had been born only nine months earlier, and we had become a single-income household after my wife decided to stay home to raise him. I borrowed against the equity in our home to start the firm and cover payroll because I did not have the cash to fund everything. I knew how to solve tax problems, but building a business from scratch was a completely different challenge. Looking back, the real risk was not failure. It was betting on myself and committing to learn through every mistake.
That experience reshaped how I think about risk. Every meaningful opportunity carries some level of it. You can plan and prepare as much as you want, but at some point you have to move. For me, risk-taking is not about being reckless; it is about being deliberate, understanding the downside, planning around it and then having the courage to act anyway.
Even now, I still take risks, just on a larger scale. Our firm has grown to more than forty people, and I have continued to invest back into the business to support that growth. Each step brings uncertainty, but staying still would be riskier. Growth requires discomfort.
I would not call myself a thrill-seeker, but I believe progress depends on taking smart, values-driven risks that align with your goals, your principles and your belief in what you are building. Starting Wiggam Law taught me that the biggest risks often lead to the most meaningful rewards.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://wiggamlaw.com/
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