USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia
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Steptoe LLP has an established tax group that is regularly sought out by major financial institutions and media companies. The firm is well equipped to handle the full range of tax controversy, litigation and transactional advice, while also advising on tax policy matters. The team is particularly adept at handling tax matters affecting clients in the insurance industry.
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Steptoe has a deep knowledge of the US federal tax system, as well as a wealth of experience in dealing with the IRS.
The firm is organized, extremely technical and knowledgeable about technical tax work. The attorneys explain very complicated tax concepts to non-tax people.
Steptoe is client-centric, aligning tax planning with business objectives and offers comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, local and international tax laws.
Steptoe offers very deep knowledge of the documentary transfer tax and international taxation. The firm also has a good relationship with IRS.
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Lisa Zarlenga focuses on tax policy matters. She frequently represents businesses before Congress and the Treasury. She also advises clients on cryptocurrency taxation matters.
Amanda Pedvin Varma offers expertise in cross-border tax planning matters, including APAs. She has proven experience representing clients before the IRS.
Amanda is really precise and has very good technical skills.
Amanda is proactive, always displaying her knowledge and excellent expertise in international tax law issues.
Amanda combines her deep technical expertise with a commercial mindset, consistently applying complex tax rules to resolve issues and provide practical solutions.
Amanda is a true technical expert. Additionally, she is a great overall project manager.
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