
Alexander Joseph Szilvas, Tax Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
Over 39 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
PartneratBaker & Hostetler LLP
Cleveland, OH
Practicing tax in Cleveland since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Alexander Joseph Szilvas is a partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Tax. Alexander has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
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- Cleveland, OH
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- over 39 years
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- Tax
- Handles Tax matters from Cleveland, OH.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
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About Alexander Joseph Szilvas: Alexander Joseph Szilvas is a partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Tax. Alexander has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Alexander's practice areas in Cleveland
Alexander concentrates on tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alexander handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Alexander takes tax matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alexander agrees to represent you.
Biography
Alexander Joseph Szilvas, tax attorney serving Cleveland
Alexander Joseph Szilvas is a partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Tax. Alexander has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews. Alexander works from Cleveland, Ohio and takes on tax matters across the region.
Alexander Joseph Szilvas is a lawyer practicing taxation law, tax. Alexander received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. Alexander practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Cleveland, OH.
Alexander's approach to tax cases
Alexander Joseph Szilvas is a lawyer practicing taxation law, tax. Alexander received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. Alexander practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Cleveland, OH.
Clients Alexander works with
Alexander reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Alexander studied and practices
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. · 1987
University of Notre Dame
B.B.A. Accounting · 1984
Jurisdictions
Alexander's state bar admissions
Ohio U.S. Court of A
1987 · ACTIVE
Alexander studied at J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.B.A. Accounting in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
Alexander completed J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.B.A. Accounting in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alexander runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Alexander's legal honors and published work
Alexander has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Alexander Joseph Szilvas's office in Cleveland
Alexander's primary office is at One Cleveland Center, 1375 E. 9th St., Ste. 2100, Cleveland, OH, 44114-1794. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Baker & Hostetler LLP
One Cleveland Center, 1375 E. 9th St., Ste. 2100
Cleveland, OH 44114-1794
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Client reviews of Alexander Joseph Szilvas — 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
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How to hire Alexander Joseph Szilvas — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alexander usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alexander charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alexander's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alexander will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alexander
Alexander discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alexander confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alexander's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alexander Joseph Szilvas
How much does it cost to hire Alexander for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alexander walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alexander offer a free consultation?
Alexander charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alexander's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Alexander's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple tax matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alexander gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alexander take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?
Alexander is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alexander will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alexander?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alexander will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alexander accepting new tax clients right now?
Alexander's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati in Ohio
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