James Repetti

James Repetti is the William J. Kenealy, S.J., Professor of Law at Boston College Law School, where he has taught since 1986. He holds an A.B. from Harvard University, an M.B.A. from Boston College, and a J.D. from Boston College. As a nationally recognized tax expert, Repetti serves as co-author of three major textbooks including Introduction to United States International Taxation (7th Ed., 2022), Partnership Income Taxation (7th Ed., 2023), and Federal Wealth Transfer Taxation (2015). He has published extensively in top law reviews and is a fellow of the American College of Tax Lawyers with an AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell rating.

• Harvard University - A.B.
• Boston College - M.B.A.
• Boston College Law School - J.D.

Repetti's research focuses on international taxation, estate and gift taxation, partnership tax structures, and tax equity principles. His work addresses both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in federal tax policy, with particular attention to wealth inequality, corporate governance, and cross-border tax implications. He co-founded BC Law’s Tax Policy Collaborative and has consulted for the U.S. Senate Budget Committee, Internal Revenue Service, and Justice Department.

His scholarly contributions include over 20 books and numerous articles in journals such as the NYU Law Review, Vanderbilt Law Review, and Notre Dame Law Review. Repetti has received significant recognition, including Boston College Law School’s first Excellence in Teaching Award (1999) and election to the American College of Tax Counsel (2020). His commentary appears regularly in major media outlets including Bloomberg, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal.

• Fellow, American College of Tax Lawyers
• AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell rating
• Excellence in Teaching Award, BC Law (1999)
• Member, American College of Tax Counsel (2020)