
Scott D. Michel
Member, Washington, D.C.atCaplin And Drysdale Chartered
Washington, DC
Practicing criminal defense in Washington since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Scott D. Michel is a member, washington, d.c. based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, International Tax, and IRS. Scott has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Washington, DC
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · International Tax · IRS
- Handles Criminal Defense, International Tax, and IRS matters from Washington, DC.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Scott D. Michel: Scott D. Michel is a member, washington, d.c. based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, International Tax, and IRS. Scott has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice focus
Scott D. Michel 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 Scott D. Michel
Scott D. Michel is a lawyer practicing tax controversies, tax crimes, tax litigation and 4 other areas of law. Scott received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. Scott practices at Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered in Washington, DC.
Credentials
Education
University of Virginia School of Law
J.D. Order · 1980
Northwestern University
B.S. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
1993 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1981 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
AV Preeminent
Affiliations
Professional memberships
Mentor, American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative Member, International Fiscal Association Professional Activities Mr
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Michel has been active in the American Bar Association's Section of Taxation his entire career, most recently as the Vice-Chair for Committee Operations of the American Bar Association Section of Taxation from 2016-2018
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He previously served as a Section Council Director and as the Chair of the Section's Committees on Civil and Criminal Tax Penalties and the Standards of Tax Practice
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He is also an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Miami School of Law Graduate Program in Taxation, the Regent for the Federal Circuit for the American College of Tax Counsel, and a member of the International Fiscal Association
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Michel also served as a Mentor in the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ROLI), advising government officials responsible for tax enforcement in the Croatian Ministry of Finance
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For his work in this regard, and that of his colleagues Cono Namorato and Mark Matthews, Caplin & Drysdale received the 2018 Pro Bono Award from ROLI
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Michel previously performed a similar role in connection with ROLI's predecessor organization in Poland in 1992
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He is also a co-founder and Director of Buildable Hours, Inc
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a Washington, D
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nonprofit group that coordinates contributions and volunteer activities between law firms nationwide and local Habitat for Humanity organizations
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American College of Tax Counsel and American Bar Foundation Director, Buildable Hours, Inc. Member, American Citizens Abroad, Professional Tax Advisory Council
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Locations
Office locations
Caplin And Drysdale Chartered
One Thomas Circle NW, Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20005
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5.0
1 client review
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What areas of law does Scott D. Michel practice?
Scott D. Michel focuses on Criminal Defense, International Tax, IRS, Tax, and Tax Litigation.
Where is Scott D. Michel located?
Scott D. Michel primarily serves clients in Washington, District of Columbia, with an office at One Thomas Circle NW, Suite 1100.
How experienced is Scott D. Michel?
Scott D. Michel has 45 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1981.
Is Scott D. Michel a verified attorney?
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