Jon G Finkelstein
McDermott Will & Emery LLP • Washington, DC
TaxPersonal InjuryTax Planning
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Email
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(202) 517-2858
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Washington, DC, US
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About
Jon G. Finkelstein is a seasoned tax attorney with McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Washington, DC, where he advises clients on a wide range of tax law matters. Based at 500 N. Capitol Street NW, he brings deep knowledge and practical insight to complex federal, state, and international tax issues. His practice is focused on helping businesses and individuals navigate the evolving tax landscape with clarity, precision, and a strategic perspective. With extensive experience in tax law, Jon is known for delivering thoughtful counsel tailored to each client’s unique goals and challenges. He works closely with clients to address sophisticated tax planning and compliance issues, always aiming to provide solutions that are legally sound and commercially effective. His approach reflects a commitment to responsive service, careful analysis, and a strong understanding of how tax considerations intersect with broader business objectives. Clients value Jon’s ability to explain complex tax matters in a clear and accessible way while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. Whether advising on transactional tax issues, regulatory concerns, or long-term planning strategies, he is dedicated to helping clients make informed decisions with confidence. As part of McDermott Will & Emery LLP, Jon contributes to a nationally recognized platform focused on delivering sophisticated legal services to clients across a range of industries.
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.
Credentials
Education
1999 University of Minnesota Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1995 Columbia University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
2006 Tax Notes Impact of a Capital Account Deficit Restoration Obligation on a Partner's At-Risk Amount and Share of Liabilities: Herbert Enterprises, Inc.v. Commissioner 2006 Tax Notes Tax Issues in Defeasing Conduit Loans, Including in Like-Kind Exchanges 2006 Journal of Passthrough Entities Hubert Enterprises, Inc. v. Commissioner: Does a Capital Account Deficit Restoration Obligation Increase a Partner's At-Risk Amount or Share of Liabilities? 2006 Journal of Passthrough Entities Tax Planning for Conduit Loan Defeasance Transactions, Including Like-Kind Exchanges 2006 Journal of Passthrough Entities Protecting OP Unitholders in REIT Going Private Transactions
Associations
1999 - Present American Bar Association Tax Section Chair- Real Estate Committee 2013-2014
Speaking
2014 University of Missouri-Kansas City Heart of America Tax Institute Managing Partnership Liability Allocations and the Contoversial New Proposed Regulations 2014 New York University Real Estate Tax Conference Handling Mergers and Divisions 2014 New York University 73rd Insitute on Federal Taxation Planning for Partnership Liability Allocations, Including the New Proposed Regulations 2014 AICPA National Tax Conference Partnership Liability Allocations and Disguised Sales: The New Proposed Regulations
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