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Omri Marian serves as Professor of Law at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, where he specializes in international taxation, comparative taxation, and taxation of financial instruments including blockchain technology and digital assets. He founded and previously directed UCI Law's Graduate Tax Program until 2022 and currently teaches courses in International Tax and Tax Workshop.
- University of Michigan Law School, S.J.D.
- University of Michigan Law School, LL.M., International Taxation
- Tel-Aviv University, LL.B., magna cum laude
- Tel-Aviv University, B.A., Political Science, magna cum laude
Professor Marian's research critically examines tax systems through technological and equity lenses, focusing on cryptocurrency regulation, data valuation, and disproportionate tax burdens on creative professionals. His work bridges legal theory with practical policy solutions for emerging digital economies, frequently addressing gaps in international tax frameworks and advocating for modernized approaches to digital asset classification.
His recent publications reveal a pronounced shift toward blockchain taxation challenges, with 5 of 6 recent works analyzing crypto assets, data monetization, and decentralized finance. This trajectory demonstrates increasing emphasis on international regulatory coordination and technical precision in defining taxable events within digital ecosystems.
Notable recognitions include:
- Appointment as U.S. National Reporter for the 2025 International Fiscal Association Congress
- Ranking among TaxProfBlog's top 50 most downloaded tax law professors (2023)
- Selection as national reporter for Vienna University's Crypto Assets Tax Law project
As founding Academic Director of UCI's Graduate Tax Program, Professor Marian mentors future tax professionals through a practice-oriented curriculum emphasizing real-world application. His leadership shapes one of the West Coast's premier tax LL.M. programs featuring collaborations with industry leaders like Alteryx.
Professor Marian maintains active engagement with global tax policy through frequent media contributions (Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Bloomberg Tax) and upcoming speaking engagements at institutions including the International Monetary Fund, University of Virginia, and University of Geneva.
