"MacPherson Group Triumphs: Former Doctor Receives Minimal Prison Term in Tax Evasion Case"
November 3, 2023
In a significant legal victory, the MacPherson Group successfully mitigated the sentence for their client, former medical doctor Joseph David Meyer, in a complex tax evasion case. Meyer, 62, from Roseau, Minnesota, faced charges for evading $484,164 in taxes from income earned as a doctor and from rental properties between 2000 and 2018. Despite the severity of the charges, the MacPherson Group's defense led to Meyer receiving a relatively lenient sentence of just four months in federal prison, followed by six months of home confinement and two years of supervised release. This outcome, especially considering the extensive duration and amount involved in the evasion, highlights the MacPherson Group's effectiveness in securing favorable results for their clients. Meyer, who had pleaded guilty to one count of tax evasion on June 29, 2022, was also ordered to pay full restitution. The case, prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jordan Sing, was a result of an IRS – Criminal Investigations inquiry and was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Donovan W. Frank.
MacPherson Group Secures Reduced Sentence in High-Profile Tax Evasion Case
September 8, 2023
Craig Steven Voyton, owner of Smart Grass LLC, was sentenced to 15 months in prison for evading $946,479 in taxes by not reporting $8.9 million in income. His attorney, Nathaniel MacPherson, emphasized that Voyton repaid the owed taxes plus $3.75 million in penalties and interest. Despite this repayment and Voyton's guilty plea, prosecutors sought a two-year sentence, arguing a lesser term might suggest financial means could negate criminal consequences. However, U.S. District Judge John W. Holcomb considered Voyton’s nonviolent crime, remorse, and eagerness to resume business, ultimately deciding on the 15-month sentence. Holcomb appreciated Voyton's sincere remorse and expressed confidence in his positive post-sentence prospects. Voyton was granted until January 8 to begin his sentence.
MacPhersons Stand by Liberty-Fighting Senator
March 5, 2021
"Honorable MacPherson family, From the depths of my heart, I thank the MacPherson Wisemen, who helped formulate a bold response to [the] attack on me. With my deepest appreciation. You were knights in shining armor, in the largest political attack of my life. I will forever appreciate that you stood with me." - Senator Lora Reinbold, Alaska State Legislature
Idaho Lt. Governor, Idaho State Legislators, and Other States' Legislators File Amicus Brief Supporting Texas Lawsuit to Ensure Election Integrity
December 10, 2020
"I greatly appreciate the hard work of Idaho Rep. Heather Scott in spearheading this effort and the diligent efforts undertaken by Richard Seamon, The MacPherson Group, and Boyles Law to make this amicus brief possible," Lt. Gov. McGeachin said
MacPhersons Defend the Republic
December 10, 2020
The MacPhersons with attorney Colton Boyles and former Assistant Solicitor General of the United States Prof. Richard Seamon, have filed an amici curiae brief on behalf of Idaho Lieutenant Governor Janice McGeachin, Alaska State Senator Lora Reinbold, Alaska State Representative David Eastman, Idaho State Representative Heather Scott and 62 other state senators and state representatives of the states of Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Washington, and West Virginia, in support of the State of Texas in its lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
MacPherson Defends against Government Tyranny
August 12, 2020
Once again, The MacPherson Group and local Idaho counsel Colton Boyles [link to his website] have gone on the offensive against government tyranny. On Friday, July 31, 2020, they filed suit against Panhandle Health District for violations of the open meeting law related to the passage of a mask mandate for Kootenai County (Coeur d’Alene and surrounding communities).
FORBES - Tax Attorneys Fight Covid-19 Stay-Home Order In Idaho
May 25, 2020
What is with tax attorneys throwing themselves into a religious liberty Covid-19 dispute where Holy Communion gets compared with pizza delivery? According to Nathan MacPherson it is the same sensitivity to liberty and the Constitution that informs the approach to tax practice that they picked up from their dad Donald “Mac”MacPherson
North Idaho church leaders file lawsuit challenging constitutionality of Gov. Little's "Stay Home" order
May 11, 2020
“It really has to do with equality under the law and under the order.”; “He didn't make any accommodation for the practice of our religious freedom.”
MacPherson Defends Pastor's Rights
May 6, 2020
“The restrictions put in place by Governor Little and Mayor Lambert are overly burdensome, particularly on Churches, and I believe they are unconstitutional.
Lawsuit seeks to block Idaho restrictions due to virus
May 1, 2020
"How can something that is a fundamental constitutional right not be essential?" he said. "It's just mind-blowing that a government official would make such a distinction."
MacPherson Defends the Constitution
April 30, 2020
“All fundamental constitutional rights are, as a matter of law, ‘essential.’” MacPherson and Boyles Law filed suit against Idaho Governor Brad Little and Director of Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Dave Jeppesen, challenging the constitutionality of Idaho’s COVID-19 “Stay-Home Order.”