tax attorney
A tax attorney, also known as a tax lawyer, refers to an attorney who specializes in taxes . Tax attorneys are typically involved in analyzing from the tax perspective, advising clients on the tax consequences of specific transactions , and litigating the tax treatment of disputed tax positions. Transactional work may include cross-border transactions, M&A support, real estate transactions and mutual fund work. Tax litigation can take place in the Tax Court , Federal District Court or Court of Federal Claims , as well as criminal proceedings in the case of tax fraud .
Tax attorneys are employed in a variety of practice settings, including law firms, accounting firms, boutique tax firms, corporations , federal and state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and tax courts.
[Last updated in September of 2021 by the Wex Definitions Team ]
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