<prompt> Human: For various reasons lets just say irresponsibility, I have not submitted my tax forms in 4-5 years.In that time Ive worked at several companies, some of which are no longer around, earning 20-30k a year at the various positions. Ive never claimed a dependent or any other exemptions, so I believe had I actually filed the papers, I would be owed money.I understand that if Im owed money all I need to do is submit the delinquent paperwork and I might still even get my old refunds. The main issue is that I do not have my old W-2 forms, and as I mentioned several of my old employers are no longer around. How do I go about recovering those forms, or what other options do I have to get right with the tax man?Ive written an email to a few tax advocates in my area and am waiting on a reply, but I dont want to get overcharged for something I could potentially handle on my own. Thanks a lot in advance guys.EDIT: Seems like the consensus is to contract a CPA. This seems like sound advice and I plan on getting in touch with a few different local offices to see what they can tell me. Thanks for taking the time to respond guys :EDIT2: Ive scheduled an appointment with a local CPA. Should be signing off on power of attorney and getting the ball rolling in the next few days! Thanks again to everyone who took the time to respond.  <response>: IRS has all of your W2s. 