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Erik C. Smith represents clients in Phoenix, Arizona across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About Erik C. Smith
As an attorney and certified public accountant, Erik focuses his practice in all areas of federal tax law, with an emphasis on partnerships, limited liability companies, C and S corporations, real estate, international taxation, and civil tax controversy. He provides tax planning, structuring, and documentation for business and individual clients, including joint ventures and tax-exempt organizations.
Prior to joining Gallagher & Kennedy, Erik was a Manager in the Washington National Tax Office of Deloitte Tax, LLP, where he specialized in real estate transactions and provided tax planning and guidance in matters involving Section 1031 like-kind exchanges, leasing transactions, sale leasebacks of property, and involuntary conversions of property. In addition to working at Deloitte, Erik previously worked as an attorney in the Phoenix office of a large regional law firm, where he focused his practice in all areas of commercial real estate, including acquisitions and dispositions, equity and traditional financing, development, and leasing. He also provided organizational planning, structuring, and documentation for a variety of business entities.
Credentials
Education
The University of Arizona
J.D. · 2011
The University of Arizona
B.S. · 2008
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Arizona
2012 · ACTIVE
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Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2023 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Tax Law, 2021
2026
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What areas of law does Erik C. Smith practice?
Erik C. Smith focuses on Tax.
Where is Erik C. Smith located?
Erik C. Smith primarily serves clients in Phoenix, Arizona, with an office at 2575 East Camelback Road, Suite 1100.
How experienced is Erik C. Smith?
Erik C. Smith has 14 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2012.
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