In forums such as this, we rarely get the full picture; usually a snippet.
I don't disagree, that in most cases, an individual filing a late return(s) can simply meet with a tax professional to file the return(s).
In the facts presented, we don't have sufficient information / details as to why the returns were filed late (actually not filed for multiple years); nor is this forum the place to have that discussion.
Section 7525 privilege is a very limited scope of privilege provided a federally authorized tax professional.
So since we don't have the facts, nor the scope, my initial reply provided an alternative for the safest way to approach a matter. I, in fact, utilized the method noted, when a taxpayer won a state lottery and had not filed returns for 10 years.
In my mind, at least from my perspective, I'm not suggesting getting an attorney involved unless the situation may become ugly. We have no idea of the history of the OP or anything else related to the situation other than the very limited statement in the original post.
*A reminder that posts in a forum such as this do not constitute tax advice.
Also keep in mind the date of replies, as tax law changes.
