Blackthorn Consulting and Investigations

Blackthorn Consulting and Investigations, LLC is led by Daniel McSweeney, a Licensed Private Investigator, Enrolled Agent, Certified Financial Crime Specialist, and Certified Blockchain Investigator. A retired IRS Revenue Officer with 36 years of service—including 23 years with
the Abusive Tax Avoidance Transaction Collection Group—Daniel brings unmatched experience to every case.

Our business is an active and proud member of the North Shore Latino Business Association. This affiliation grants us access to a diverse array of benefits, including professional development, legal resources, and with excellent networking opportunities. Being part of the NSLBA not only enhances the quality of our services and products but also reinforces our commitment to encourage the economic and social development within the North Shore area and greater Boston.

Services provided are the following:

-Tax Consulting Services

 Delinquent tax collection for individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates
 Estate and gift tax collection issues
 Trust Fund Recovery investigations
 Foreign Bank Account (FBAR) compliance and resolution
 Penalty abatements and Offer-in-Compromise assistance
 Lien withdrawals, discharges, and subordinations
 Employee/independent contractor classification issues
 Third-party liability: nominee, alter ego, successor-in-interest

-Investigation Services

 Asset tracing for high-asset or high-income divorce cases
 Pre- and post-judgment asset identification, tracing, and enforcement
 Cryptocurrency blockchain investigations
 Comprehensive due diligence
 Witness location and interviews
 Criminal defense investigations
 Civil and criminal fraud investigations