An Enrolled Agent works for you, NOT the IRS.
About EA's
What is an Enrolled Agent?
An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally-authorized tax practitioner who has technical expertise in the field of taxation and who is empowered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before all administrative levels of the Internal Revenue Service for audits, collections, and appeals.
What does the term “Enrolled Agent” mean?
How does one become an Enrolled Agent?
How can an Enrolled Agent help me?
Privilege and the Enrolled Agent
Are Enrolled Agents required to take continuing professional education?
What are the differences between Enrolled Agents and other tax professionals?
Are Enrolled Agents bound by any ethical standards?