Alice L. Stewart

About

Alice L. Stewart, a distinguished attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has dedicated her career to navigating the complex realms of Federal Tax Law and Securities Law. As a Clinical Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of legal minds through her leadership of the Taxpayer Clinic and the Securities Arbitration Clinic. Under her guidance, law students have gained invaluable practical experience while assisting low-income taxpayers in resolving disputes with the Internal Revenue Service, ultimately saving the community hundreds of thousands of dollars. Professor Stewart’s commitment to advocacy extends beyond the classroom; she has provided crucial support to senior citizens throughout Western Pennsylvania, addressing issues related to securities fraud and identity theft. Her work has not only educated her students but has also led to the recovery of over $500,000 for small investors, all achieved through the diligent efforts of her students under her expert supervision. Since 2008, Professor Stewart has served as a Mediator and Arbitrator in the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, facilitating resolutions in intricate cases involving the Department of Justice and various corporate entities. Her extensive trial experience encompasses a wide array of legal proceedings, including Orphans Court matters, IRS appeal hearings, and adoption hearings. With a strong appellate practice, she has represented clients in significant tax appeals, including a landmark case before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Professor Stewart’s academic credentials include a J.D. from Duquesne University School of Law and a B.S.B.A. in Finance and Accounting from Robert Morris University. She is admitted to practice before various esteemed courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States. Beyond her professional pursuits, Professor Stewart actively contributes to the Pittsburgh community, serving on the Capital Campaign Committee for the Emmaus Organization and the Golf Committee for Bishop Canevin High School, where she champions tuition assistance. Her unwavering dedication to her clients and the community makes her an exemplary figure in the legal landscape of Pennsylvania.