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What Do Taxation Lawyers Practicing Tax Law Do?

Everyone is subject to tax law, which means tax lawyers can find work in virtually every employment sector. New England Law's Tax Law concentration program prepares graduates for careers at accounting firms, law firms, in tax departments, and in government. 

From small businesses to multinational corporations to individuals, tax needs vary wildly depending on the client. For example, you might work with a nonprofit to make sure they’re compliant with federal and state tax law and regulations, so they can keep their tax-exempt status. Or as in-house counsel, you might help your company choose the best retirement plan for its employees.

 

Tax Law Concentration

New England Law's Tax Law concentration gives law students the opportunity to take specialized courses in taxation, increase their employment opportunities in the tax field, and pursue advanced education in a Master of Laws in Taxation should they so choose.

Tax Law Courses

In addition to foundational legal coursework, students pursuing a concentration in Tax Law must complete each of the following courses:

  • Personal Income Tax
  • Business Organizations 
  • Taxation of Business Entities 
  • Wills, Estates & Trusts

Additional recommended courses include: 

  • Accounting for Lawyers 
  • Business Planning 
  • Wills, Estates & Trusts II
  • Estate Planning
  • Family Law 
  • Modern Real Estate Transactions 
  • Nonprofit Organizations
  • Additional Tax Electives

Experiential Learning Opportunities

Students in our Tax Law concentration program have access to hands-on learning experiences, such as:

  • New England Law Tax Law Society
  • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program 
  • Tax Moot Court Competition

Tax Law Advisor

K Schenkel

Kent Schenkel

LLM, University of Florida College of Law
JD, Florida State University College of Law
BA, Stetson University 

Professor Schenkel grew his career as a solo practitioner in North Carolina, providing legal and tax planning services with a specialty in estate planning and administration. Learn More

 

 

 

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