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Robert Russell is a Lecturer at the University of California, Irvine School of Law and Senior Counsel at Taylor Nelson Amitrano LLP. He joined the firm in 2024, specializing in federal and state tax examinations, appeals, and litigation. His career includes prior roles at the IRS, U.S. Treasury, and the Joint Committee on Taxation. He has also worked at law firms in Orange County and Washington, D.C., focusing on tax controversy and consulting.
Education:
- LL.M. in Taxation (Georgetown University Law Center), with a Certificate in International Taxation
- Juris Doctor (Chicago-Kent College of Law)
- Bachelor’s in Accounting (Middle Tennessee State University)
- Certificate in Comparative Tax Administration (Harvard Kennedy School)
Research Interests: Expertise in international tax matters, tax policy, and cross-border tax issues. He advises U.S. businesses and individuals operating globally and foreign investors. His work emphasizes tax reform and simplification, as evidenced by testimony before Congress.
Awards: Honored with the 2024 Outstanding Volunteer Award from ONEOC for pro bono work with the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic.
Advising & Grants: No grants listed, but he contributes to pro bono initiatives. Taught at Georgetown’s LL.M. program and currently teaches at UCI’s Graduate Tax Program. Previously chaired AICPA’s International Tax Technical Resources Panel and FBA’s Taxation Section.
