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Jeffrey H Paravano

Baker & Hostetler LLP | Baker Hostetler LLP • Washington, DC
TaxPersonal InjuryTax ControversyTax Planning

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Contact

Email
Phone
(202) 517-2858
Address
1050 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 1100, Washington, DC, 20036-5318, US

Professional

About

Jeffrey H. Paravano is a distinguished attorney based in Washington, DC, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP, where he specializes in personal injury, tax controversy, tax planning, and tax litigation. As the Managing Partner of the firm’s DC office, Jeff leads one of the largest tax practices in the United States, reflecting his extensive expertise in handling complex corporate, partnership, and venture capital transactions, as well as domestic and cross-border tax matters. With a robust background in tax policy, Jeff previously served as a Senior Advisor to the Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, where he provided strategic guidance on various tax legislation and technical issues impacting corporations, partnerships, and the financial sector. His experience in federal policy-making and advocacy positions him as a trusted representative for clients before enforcement officials and on Capitol Hill. Jeff is deeply committed to the legal profession and academia. He is a fellow of the American College of Tax Counsel and actively participates in the American Bar Association's Section of Taxation, having held leadership roles such as Chair of the Affiliated and Related Committee. He also shares his knowledge as an adjunct professor in the LL.M. tax programs at Georgetown University Law Center and Case Western Reserve University School of Law. Jeff’s contributions to the field extend to editorial capacities for various tax publications, further solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in tax law.

About Tax Law

Tax attorneys help individuals and businesses with tax planning, compliance, and disputes with tax authorities. They work to minimize tax liability and resolve IRS issues. Common matters include tax planning, irs audits, tax disputes, business tax.

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Credentials

Education
1993 Georgetown University Law Center LL.M - Master of Laws 1991 Georgetown University Law Center JD - Juris Doctor 1988 John Carroll University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 Tax, Chambers USA 2015 Tax, Chambers USA 2014 Tax, Chambers USA 2013 Tax, Chambers USA 2012 Tax, Chambers USA
Publications
2005 Tax Management Portfolio, T.M. 798 Tax Shelters
Associations
2011 - 2013 American Bar Association COGS Committee Chair 2007 - 2008 Tax Club President 2006 - 2006 Cleveland Tax Institute Chair 2004 - 2005 American Bar Association Affiliated and Related Committee Chair
Updated: Apr 24, 2026