What areas of law does Caroline D. Ciraolo practice?

Caroline D. Ciraolo focuses on Criminal Defense, Tax, Tax Litigation, and White Collar.

Where is Caroline D. Ciraolo located?

Caroline D. Ciraolo primarily serves clients in Washington, District of Columbia, with an office at 601 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Suite 260.

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Caroline D. Ciraolo is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Tax, and Tax Litigation.

Based in: Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Experience: attorney
Known for: Criminal Defense · Tax · Tax Litigation

Handles Criminal Defense, Tax, and Tax Litigation matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Washington (D.C.) (2026).

Areas of practice

Practice focus

Caroline D. Ciraolo represents clients in Washington, District of Columbia across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About Caroline D. Ciraolo

Caroline D. Ciraolo, former Acting Assistant Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Tax Division, is a partner with Kostelanetz LLP and a founder of its Washington, D.C. office. Her practice focuses on federal and state civil tax controversies, including representation in sensitive audits, administrative appeals, and litigation, providing related tax advice, conducting internal investigations, and representing individuals and entities in criminal tax investigations and prosecutions. Caroline is the former President of the American College of Tax Counsel and past Chair of the ABA Tax Section’s Civil and Criminal Tax Penalties Committee. She is a recipient of the IRS Chief Counsel Award and the ABA Tax Section’s Janet Spragens Pro Bono Award. She has served as an instructor with the IRS Military Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program at Ft. George G. Meade in Maryland. Caroline serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Georgetown University Law Center (Criminal Tax Law & Procedure and International Tax Controversies) and the University of Baltimore School of Law Graduate Tax Program (Investigation, Prosecution, and Defense of Tax Crimes and Tax Practice & Procedure). Caroline has been recognized by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, International Tax Review/World Tax, Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and The Daily Record’s Top 100 Women Circle of Excellence.

Credentials

Education

College of New Jersey
BA · 1990
University of Baltimore
LL.M in Tax · 1994
University of Maryland
J.D. · 1993

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

Maryland, Maryland S
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District of Columbia
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Pennsylvania, Pennsy
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Recognition

Awards & honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Washington (D.C.)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law, Washington (D.C.)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Washington (D.C.)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Washington (D.C.)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Baltimore)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Baltimore SmartCEO Magazine's Legal Elite (2009, 2010)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark: America's Leading Litigation Firms and Attorneys (2013 - 2014)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA, Nationwide: Tax Fraud (Band 1), DC: Tax (Band 2)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — DC Super Lawyers (Tax) (2019-2022)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Featured in CNN Money Magazine -- 2013 Money Hero (April 2013)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Featured on cover of Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine (2013), and in featured article (2018)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — IRS Office of Chief Counsel Award (2017)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Janet R. Spragens Pro Bono Award, ABA Section of Taxation (2010)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Judge, Janet R. Spragens Pro Bono Award, ABA Section of Taxation (2012-13)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Judge, Law Student Tax Challenge, ABA Section of Taxation (2011-14)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Judge, Public Service Fellowship, ABA Section of Taxation (2011-13)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers™
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal 500 (Leading Lawyer, 2021)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service Educator Award (2008)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Daily Record’s Circle of Excellence (Women in Maryland) (2014)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Daily Record's Top 100 Women in Maryland (2010, 2012, 2014)
2026

Locations

Office locations

Main office

601 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Suite 260

Washington, District of Columbia 20001

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What areas of law does Caroline D. Ciraolo practice?
Caroline D. Ciraolo focuses on Criminal Defense, Tax, Tax Litigation, and White Collar.
Where is Caroline D. Ciraolo located?
Caroline D. Ciraolo primarily serves clients in Washington, District of Columbia, with an office at 601 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Suite 260.
Is Caroline D. Ciraolo a verified attorney?
Caroline D. Ciraolo's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.
How can I schedule a consultation with Caroline D. Ciraolo?
You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 202-875-8000.