CLAW Tax Group is proud to announce that Matt Wildes, JD, CPA has been selected to the 2026 Minnesota Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers for the third consecutive year.
Super Lawyers is an independent rating service that evaluates attorneys across more than 70 practice areas through peer nominations and independent research. The Rising Stars list recognizes no more than 2.5% of attorneys in the state. Eligibility is limited to attorneys who are 40 or younger or in practice ten years or less, making it a peer recognition specifically for attorneys earlier in their careers who have already earned a high level of professional respect.
How the Selection Works
Selection is not purchased or self-nominated. Candidates are identified through nominations from licensed Minnesota attorneys who have directly observed their work, whether as co-counsel, opposing counsel, or colleagues. Those nominations feed into an independent research process that evaluates 12 factors, including professional honors, verdicts and settlements, bar activity, and pro bono work. The Rising Stars designation goes to the attorneys who score highest through that process.
What Matt Brings to CLAW Tax Group
Matt Wildes is a licensed attorney and CPA who focuses exclusively on tax law. He represents clients before the IRS, Minnesota Department of Revenue, and the United States Tax Court. His practice covers IRS audits, collections defense, offers in compromise, installment agreements, and penalty abatement. That combination of legal authority and accounting depth is the foundation of how CLAW Tax Group handles complex IRS cases.
Being recognized by peers three years in a row reflects the standard of representation our clients receive from the first call through resolution.

If you are dealing with an IRS problem and want a firm with recognized legal expertise on your side, contact CLAW Tax Group to schedule a consultation.
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