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Clark, Nj, Us

Clark, Nj, Us

Fairfax, Va, Us

New York, Ny, Us

Worldwide, Oo

Served US multi- national corporation and foreign national clients who had US tax consequences. In particular, aided several business service groups by identifying and solving US tax issues such as Subpart F, GILTI, and FDII. All assignments involved working in a team environment and completing individual tasks. Some of these individual tasks consisted of researching and drafting memos regarding proposed and final regulations, drafting and reviewing relevant tax returns (Forms 5471s, 8858s, 1120s, 8833s), contacting and aiding clients with any concerns through e-mail and conference calls, and developing tax strategies in order to win client work. Additionally, managed administrative responsibilities coordinating with clients and member firms in other countries. Also, helped mentor and teach the more junior consultants and interns which involved explaining complex tax concepts and reviewing work product. Lastly, attended tax courses online and on-campus through Deloitte in order to enhance client services. Experienced with GoSystems, CorpTax, BNA SuperForm, Lexis Advanced, WestLaw, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Managed Judge Orsen’s docket for state and local tax cases relating to gross income, corporate business, sales and use, estate, and property tax. Conducted comprehensive legal research and wrote memoranda and letter opinions relating to property valuations, tax exemptions, Freeze Act application, sales and use taxation, and gross income taxation. Worked closely with Judge Orsen to review reports, filings, and post-trial briefs to prepare orders and other communications from the court. Attended and facilitated trials, oral arguments, and case management conferences.

Volunteered only during tax season. Received advanced certification from the IRS in order to help lower income families file tax returns. Demonstrated leadership skills by coordinating with the on-site manager to ensure adequate assistance on a weekly basis. Engaged and consulted with clients in order to achieve the most beneficial tax return. Researched various tax issues, such as applying for ITIN number, as well as helped clients start the application process.

Developed and demonstrated strong communication skills by interacting and engaging with clients. Developed strong negotiating skills by representing clients before the IRS. Researched various tax issues and drafted memoranda in favor for clients which included relief programs (i.e. innocent spouse relief), offer in compromise, and installment agreements.

Researched substantive and procedural issues including jury instructions and sentencing. Drafted memoranda deriving from previous court cases. Observed and assisted judge in courtroom proceedings and pretrial conferences.

Met with international students to help them assimilate to American culture. Organized and carried out various events, including Valentine’s Day for the student body. Developed strong communication and leadership skills.

Master Of Laws (Ll.M.), Tax Law/Taxation

Doctor Of Law (Jd)

Bachelor'S Degree, Political Science And Government

College Preparatory