People in Tax Podcast

S06E08: Mohit Mookim Feb 06, 2025

In S06E08, Bela Unell and Christine A. Brunswick Public Service Fellow Mohit Mookim discuss working with non-traditional organizations, the origin and work of the Sustainable Economies Law Center (SELC), and changing what movement organizations look like.

S06E07: Fatima Garcia - Part 3 Jan 23, 2025

In S06E07, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Fatima Garcia discuss constructive criticism, advocating for each other at the office, and making tax less scary for the average person. (Part 3 of 3).

S06E06: Fatima Garcia - Part 2 Jan 09, 2025

In S06E06, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Fatima Garcia discuss the role mentorship has played in her career, finding her voice as a practicing attorney, and the responsibility she feels as a Latina in the legal field. (Part 2 of 3).

S06E05: Fatima Garcia - Part 1 Dec 26, 2024

In S06E05, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Fatima Garcia discuss her unexpected road to tax practice, the importance of representation in the legal field, and the scholarship she founded for her alma mater. (Part 1 of 2).

S06E04: Hannah Stephan Dec 12, 2024

In S06E04, Bela Unell and Christine A. Brunswick Public Service Fellow Hannah Stephan discuss her background in Finance, her work with Minnesota Legal Aid, and her close ties to her home state.

S06E03: Jorge Obén - Part 2 Nov 28, 2024

In S06E03, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Jorge Oben discuss his work on the Ways and Means Committee, how his background influences his work experiences, and how he keeps himself moving forward in a challenging world.

S06E02: Jorge Obén Nov 14, 2024

In S06E02, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Jorge Obén discuss the uniqueness of tax practice in the US, the pitfalls of international tax, and his experience working with the Ways and Means Committee.

S06E01: Jessica Harris Oct 31, 2024

In S06E01, Bela Unell and Professor and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Jessica Harris discuss her road to tax practice, working in Low-Income Tax Clinics, and improving inclusivity in the tax sphere.

S05E15: Shailana Dunn-Wall Part 2 Aug 03, 2023

In S05E15, William Schmidt and former Christine Brunswick Fellow Shailana Dunn-Wall discuss community education regarding tax, the specifics of LITC works, and the benefits of Tax Section meetings.

S05E14: Shailana Dunn-Wall Jul 20, 2023

In S05E14, William Schmidt and former Christine Brunswick Fellow Shailana Dunn-Wall discuss non-profit tax practice, the challenges facing low-income taxpayers, and the benefits of the Christine Brunswick Fellowship. Part 1 of 2.

S05E13: Chardea Murray - Part 2 Jul 06, 2023

In S05E13, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Chardea Murray discuss her mentors, her goals for the Fellowship, and the importance of DEI and outreach. Part 2 of 2.

S05E12: Chardea Murray Jun 22, 2023

In S05E12, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Chardea Murray discuss her path to law and tax, getting involved in Pro Bono and LITC work, and her early career at the IRS. Part 1 of 2.

S05E11: Jamal Aquil Apr 06, 2023

In S05E11, Gina Ahn and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Jamal Aquil discuss the specifics of the Argrett Fellowship, his path to tax practice, the challenges and obstacles he encountered along the way, and the role of the KPMG Washington National Tax Office in DC.

S05E10: Alice Thomas - Part 3 Mar 23, 2023

In S05E10, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow, Alice Thomas, discuss giving back to the community, her approach to preparing law students for practice, and the Loretta Collins Argrett Fellowship. Part 3 of 3.

S05E09: Alice Thomas - Part 2 Mar 09, 2023

In S05E09, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow Alice Thomas discuss her family history, her experiences as a black student, and the role both played in bringing her to Howard. Part 2 of 3.

S05E08: Alice Thomas Feb 23, 2023

In S05E08, Bela Unell and Loretta Collins Argrett Fellow, Alice Thomas, discuss getting involved in non-profit work, her path to teaching tax law, and how important tax law really is. Part 1 of 3.

S05E07: Karen Lapekas Feb 09, 2023

In S05E07, Bela Unell and Karen Lapekas discuss LLMs and litigation, litigation in practice, and mentorship in the tax law community.

S05E06: Judge Adam B. Landy Nov 17, 2022

In S05E06, William Schmidt and Judge Adam B. Landy discuss the duties of Special Trial judges, tips for counsel for a smoother process, and advice for young lawyers. Part 2 of 2

S05E05: Judge Adam B. Landy Nov 08, 2022

In S05E05, William Schmidt and Judge Adam B. Landy discuss learning skills in private practice, applying those skills to the Chief Counsel's Office, and ultimately transitioning to the Tax Court. Part 1 of 2

S05E04: Erin Collins Oct 20, 2022

In S05E04, William Schmidt and Erin Collins discuss the benefit of working in the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, how things changed in moving to KPMG, some noteworthy cases, how being co-author of the IRS Practice and Procedure Deskbook benefitted her tax controversy practice, how her litigation background prepared her for being National Taxpayer Advocate (NTA), becoming the NTA at the beginning of the pandemic, what people should know when working with the Taxpayer Advocate Service, benefits of the ABA Section of Taxation, and tips for law students or young attorneys interested in tax.

S05E03: Judge Eunkyong Choi Sep 29, 2022

In S05E03, William Schmidt and Judge Eunkyong Choi discuss becoming a Special Trial Judge, what the work of a Special Trial Judge includes, how Low Income Taxpayer Clinics assist at Tax Court, typical days for a Special Trial Judge, attending ABA conferences again, and being a mentor for law students or young attorneys in tax. (Part 2 of 2).

S05E02: Judge Eunkyong Choi Sep 22, 2022

In S05E02, William Schmidt and Judge Eunkyong Choi discuss working in Low Income Taxpayer Clinics on tax controversy cases, her family’s immigration to the United States from Korea, being the Taxpayer Advocate in the New York City Department of Finance, and regional tax issues such as dealing with different state tax departments. (Part 1 of 2)

S05E01: Mark Schneider Sep 07, 2022

In S05E01, Bela Unell and Mark Schneider discuss working in the IRS in the 80s, switching from government work to private firms, and how the two sectors interact.

S04E10: Marie Milnes-Vasquez Part 2 Aug 25, 2022

In S04E10, in part 2 of 2, Bela Unell and Marie Milnes-Vasquez continue their discussion on becoming an accidental lawyer, opening up more areas of opportunity to people with different backgrounds, and the 'special sauce' that creates a transactional tax attorney.

S04E09: Marie Milnes-Vasquez Part 1 Aug 18, 2022

In S04E09, in part 1 of 2, Bela Unell and Marie Milnes-Vasquez discuss working on the IRS side of tax, cases that never make it to court, and the interactions between the IRS and organizations like the ABA.

Bonus Episode: Bob Wunderle Part 2 Aug 11, 2022

In this two part bonus episode, Susan Morgenstern and Bob Wunderle discuss the Tax Analysts Public Service Fellowship at La Posada in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Bonus Episode: Bob Wunderle Aug 09, 2022

In this two part bonus episode, Susan Morgenstern and Bob Wunderle discuss the Tax Analysts Public Service Fellowship at La Posada in Twin Falls, Idaho.

S04E08: Jonathan Grossberg Aug 03, 2022

In S04E08, Gina Ahn and Jonathan Grossberg discuss student tax law reviews, the ins and outs of tax law publishing, how to get involved in the tax law publishing world.

S04E07: Janice Shih Jul 20, 2022

In S04E07, Gina Ahn and Janice Shih discuss the challenges and rewards of volunteering with Low-Income Tax Clinics, the surprises of tax practice, and how remote work in the pandemic has actually helped Low-Income Tax Clinics connect to a larger area of clientele.

S04E06: Samantha Galvin Jul 06, 2022

In S04E06, William Schmidt and Samantha Galvin discuss the transition from student to teacher at the University of Denver, teaching in a tax clinic, effects on the clinic from the pandemic and being active in the American Bar Association Section of Taxation.

S04E05: Michael Desmond Jun 22, 2022

In S04E05, William Schmidt and Michael Desmond discuss his time as IRS Chief Counsel, the benefits of public service, and the opportunities available at ABA Tax Section meetings.

S04E04: James Creech Jun 09, 2022

In S04E04, Gina Ahn and James Creech discuss the law school to practice transition, solo practice versus working in a larger firm, and embracing the chaos of tax practice.

S04E03: Bela Unell May 26, 2022

In S04E03, James Creech and Bela Unell discuss her road to National Tax, missing pieces in tax law, and how tax practice has evolved over the last decade.

S04E02: William Schmidt Apr 21, 2022

In S04E02, Bela Unell and William Schmidt discuss his shift in law school from business law to tax law, the low income taxpayer clinic program, and podcasting.

S04E01: Gina Ahn Apr 07, 2022

In S04E01, William Schmidt and Gina Ahn discuss her road to tax law, translating tax jargon for clients, and the unexpected nuances in Low Income Tax Clinic practice.

S03E07: Annie Counts Apr 22, 2021

In S03E07, James Creech and Annie Counts discuss practical tax education, interacting with the tax lawyer community, and virtual learning in tax law.

S03E06: Krista Wood Apr 08, 2021

In S03E06, James Creech and Krista Wood discuss learning tax law, working with the IRS Chief Counsel's Office, and working and learning in the time of Covid.

S03E05: Bob Probasco Mar 25, 2021

In S03E05, James Creech and Bob Probasco discuss the role of tax clinics in tax administration, tax practice "war stories," and getting involved in the tax lawyer community.

S03E03: Sharon Heck Mar 11, 2021

In S03E03, James Creech and Sharon Heck discuss the role of tax in running a business, how to predict the future, and how to talk to business partners about tax.

S03E02: Heather Fincher Feb 25, 2021

In S03E02, James Creech and Heather Fincher discuss the ABA Women in Tax Forum, parallels between athletics and practicing tax law, and using new methods to teach and present tax concepts to finance and treasury professionals.

S03E01: Juan Vasquez Part 2 Feb 11, 2021

In S03E01, James Creech and Judge Juan Vasquez discuss his road to the Tax Court, the value tax lawyers bring to their clients, and the role of tax law in social justice. (Part 2 of 2)

S03E01: Juan Vasquez Part 1 Feb 04, 2021

In S03E01, James Creech and Judge Juan Vasquez discuss his road to the Tax Court, the value tax lawyers bring to their clients, and the role of tax law in social justice. (Part 1 of 2)

S02E33: Jamie Szal Nov 12, 2020

In S02E33, James Creech and Jamie Szal discuss the ins and outs of SALT practice, including life after Wayfair, the perspective of women in SALT practice, and adapting to working and networking during the pandemic.

S02E32: Phyllis Epstein Oct 29, 2020

In S02E32, James Creech and Phyllis Epstein discuss the perceptions of tax law and tax lawyers, diversity in the field, and the human element of tax practice.

S02E31: Philip Speicher Sep 24, 2020

In S02E31, James Creech and Philip Speicher discuss tax litigation, working with clients, and handling expectations for both.

S02E30: Lewis Taischoff Sep 10, 2020

In S02E30, James Creech and Lewis Taischoff discuss writing about tax, and how to keep readers engaged with it, judicial nicknames, baseball metaphors, sympathetic clients, and what makes good blog material, ending with the changes in case management in the court.

S02E29: Pedro Corona Aug 27, 2020

In S02E29, James Creech and Pedro Corona discuss working in both the U.S. and Mexico, the differences between the two legal systems, and the challenges and opportunities of working in both countries.

S02E28: Bernie Becker Aug 13, 2020

In S02E28, James Creech and Bernie Becker discuss the political side of tax practice, the occasionally odd and tricky aspects of tax policy reporting, and where to find the best snacks on Capitol Hill.

S02E27: Jane Zhao Jul 30, 2020

In S02E27, James Creech and Jane Zhao discuss her experiences in low-income tax clinics, including the benefits of the calendar call clinic program, as well as the overlap between low and high-income tax practice, and transitioning between both areas.

S02E26: Sam Brunson Jul 16, 2020

In S02E26, James Creech and Sam Brunson discuss tax law's broader social impacts, "God and the IRS", and teaching tax policy.

S02E25: Marsha Dungog and Anshu Khanna Jul 02, 2020

In S02E25, James Creech, Marsha Dungog, and Anshu Khanna discuss getting into international tax law, taxation challenges related to cross-border families, and international responses to the COVID-19 pandemic.

S02E24: Tim Todd Jun 18, 2020

In S02E24, James Creech and Tim Todd cover topics in teaching tax taxation, and why tax is a required course for law students. Also discussed, the development of the tax law curriculum and the ever evolving nature of tax practice.

S02E23: Omeed Firouzi Jun 04, 2020

In S02E23, James Creech and Omeed Firouzi discuss worker misclassification and the affect it has on both employers and employees. They also delve into what to look at when making a classification challenge, and the intersection of LITC and other areas of

S02E22: Stephanie Lipinski Galland May 21, 2020

In S02E22, James Creech and Stephanie Lipinski Galland discuss the challenges of state and local taxes, the impact of the Wayfair decision, and opportunities for students considering a career in state and local taxes.

S02E21: Anson Asbury May 07, 2020

In S02E21, James Creech and Anson Asbury discuss the advantages and challenges of leading a small firm, as well as relying on Tax Meetings and The Tax Lawyer to keep current.

S02E20: Carolyn Lee Apr 23, 2020

In S02E20, James Creech and Carolyn Lee discuss launching a tax career in a small firm, the culture in a large tax firm, and improving diversity in the tax community.

S02E19: Arsalan Malik Apr 09, 2020

In S02E19, James Creech and Arsalan Malik discuss developing expertise in employee benefits, keeping pace with the evolving nature of the field, and the benefits of encouraging diverse perspectives through such Tax Section initiatives as the Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships.

S02E18: Justin Miller Mar 26, 2020

In S02E18, James Creech and Justin Miller discuss explaining a complicated tax code to clients, speaking at tax meetings, and advice to students considering a career in the financial industry.

S02E17: Shanthy Balachanthrian Mar 12, 2020

In S02E17, James Creech and Shanthy Balachanthrian discuss helping indigent taxpayers at a rural Florida tax clinic, the important role of the ABA Tax Section in supporting tax clinic professionals, and the benefits of clinic internships to law students.

S02E16: Travis Thompson Feb 27, 2020

In S02E16, James Creech and Travis Thompson discuss getting into tax through a summer associate position, expanding a career through attending Tax Meetings and organizing panels, and the advent of the use of artificial intelligence in tax enforcement and

S02E15: Beverly Winstead Feb 13, 2020

In S02E15, James Creech and Beverly Winstead discuss cross-cultural lawyering, economic empowerment, the importance of mentoring, and getting involved in the ABA Tax Section.

S02E14: Eric Solomon Part 2 Jan 29, 2020

In S02E14, James Creech and Eric Solomon discuss managing the Treasury Department's Office of Tax Policy, the ABA Tax Section's important role in the tax system, and the need for the Tax Section to evolve to address future needs. (Part 2 of 2.)

S02E13: Eric Solomon Part 1 Jan 23, 2020

In S02E13, James Creech and Eric Solomon discuss identifying tax law as a career, work for the IRS and the Treasury Department, and the government's handling of the 2008 financial crisis.

S02E12: Caroline Ciraolo Part 2 Jan 09, 2020

In S02E12, James Creech and Caroline Ciraolo discuss nationwide coordination of tax issues by the DOJ Tax Division, working in government, mentoring, and work-life balance. (Part 2 of 2.)

S02E11: Caroline Ciraolo Part 1 Jan 03, 2020

In S02E11, James Creech and Caroline Ciraolo discuss working at a tax controversies law firm, involvement in the Tax Section, and the Department of Justice Swiss Bank Program.

S02E10: William Schmidt Dec 19, 2019

In S02E10, James Creech and William Schmidt discuss helping the public navigate tax law, the challenges of low-income tax clinic work, and advice to starting a career in tax law and social justice.

S02E09: Roberta Mann Dec 05, 2019

In S02E09, James Creech and Roberta Mann discuss identifying students with interest in tax law, improving tax policy, getting involved in the Tax Section, and the Law Student Tax Challenge.

S02E08: Alex Parker Nov 21, 2019

In S02E08, James Creech and Alex Parker discuss learning to become a trade news journalist, notable news stories, using social media to supplement broaden perspectives, and advice on how to become a trade news journalist.

S02E07: Christine Speidel Nov 06, 2019

In S02E07, James Creech and Christine Speidel discuss tax law work helping victims of domestic violence, volunteering for the Tax Section Pro Bono and Tax Clinics Committee to advocate for better tax law administration, teaching tax law to clinic students.

S02E06: John Colvin Oct 24, 2019

In S02E06, James Creech and John Colvin discuss work on the Tax Section Committee on Government Submissions, the attractions of Tax Meetings, and taking a case to the U.S. Supreme Court.

S02E05: Caroline Bruckner Oct 10, 2019

In S02E05, James Creech and Caroline Bruckner discuss working on Capitol Hill, the tax code and women business owners, the need for data and practitioner perspectives to inform tax policy, and the social impact of tax policy.

S02E04: Andy Grewal Sep 26, 2019

In S02E04, James Creech and Andy Grewal discuss working in academia, disagreeing respectfully on social media, teaching tax law, and the shortfalls of the tax code.

S02E03: Alison Helland Sep 12, 2019

In S02E03, James Creech and Alison Helland discuss the atmosphere of involvement at Tax Section meetings, the practice of helping business owners with estate and succession planning, using Tax Section meetings to stay current, and the benefits of volunteering within the Section.

S02E02: Keith Fogg Part 2 Aug 29, 2019

In S02E02, James Creech and Keith Fogg discuss the advantages of ABA Tax Section membership,the quality of Tax Section programming, taxpayer uptake of LITC services, and advice to young lawyers. (Part 2 of 2.)

S02E01: Keith Fogg Part 1 Aug 22, 2019

In S02E01, James Creech and Keith Fogg discuss working in the IRS Chief Counsel office, transitioning to teaching, clinical law, and blogging. (Part 1 of 2.)

S01E06: Karen Hawkins Part 2 Aug 08, 2019

In S01E06, James Creech and Karen Hawkins discuss working with Tax Court judges, building a practice through networking at Tax Section, and advice on how to take advantage of speaking opportunities. (Part 2 of 2.)

S01E05: Karen Hawkins Part 1 Aug 01, 2019

In S01E05, James Creech and Karen Hawkins discuss the launch of the pro bono calendar call program, the first 6015(f) standalone case, and the legislative response. (Part 1 of 2.)

S01E04: Amy Spivey Jul 18, 2019

In S01E04, James Creech and Amy Spivey discuss attending a tax meeting for the first time, learning about pro bono work, running a low-income taxpayer clinic, cohosting a tax radio show, running calendar calls, and supporting the Tax Assistance Public Service endowment.

S01E03: Jonathan Strouse Jul 08, 2019

In S01E03, James Creech and Jonathan Strouse discuss the benefits of tax meetings, planning meeting panels, how young lawyers can get involved in panels, and the facets of good speaking. (Interview at the 2019 Midyear Tax Meeting, New Orleans, LA.)

S01E02: Valerie Vlasenko Jun 27, 2019

In S01E02, James Creech and Valerie Vlasenko discuss learning to speak at professional meetings, mentorship, pro bono work, and professional networking. (Interview at the 2019 Midyear Tax Meeting, New Orleans, LA.)

S01E01: Lany Villalobos Jun 13, 2019

In S01E01, James Creech and Lany Villalobos discuss the Christine Brunswick Fellowship, diversity, mentorship, and tax representation as social justice. (Interview at the 2019 Midyear Tax Meeting, New Orleans, LA.)

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