New Tax Lawyer Committee

Pub Talk Series

The Pub Talk Series provides opportunities for new tax lawyers and lawyers who are interested in tax law to get together in an informal setting and build connections.

There is no charge to attend this program, light appetizers will be provided, no host bar. If you have thoughts or suggestions for future events, please contact Karl Kaufman.

Marketing and Business Development

October 6, 2011, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Presenter: John Magliana, Jr.
Location: Tree’s Restaurant, 1211 SW Fifth Avenue (Atrium), Portland

Are you a business or tax lawyer that is learning the law and keeping the clients (or partners) happy, but is interested in developing a sustaining client base? Maybe you have some clients, so you know you are doing something right, but have limited time and wonder where it is best spent?

We are pleased to partner with John Magliana, Partner at Cable Huston Benedict Haagensen & Lloyd LLP. John is a widely recognized transactional, tax, and employee benefits lawyer whose clients include both public and private companies. John will give a brief presentation, sharing practical advice from his more than twenty years as a successful business and tax attorney, and be available for questions and informal discussion afterwards.

Tips for Working With CPAs and Non-Tax Lawyers  

June 8, 2011, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Presenter: David Streicher
Location: Rogue Distillery & Public House, 1339 NW Flanders Street, Portland

Are you a business or tax lawyer that has gotten pretty good at spotting potential tax issues but wonders how to facilitate the sometimes competitive relationship between a tax lawyer and the client’s accountant? Maybe you have been stymied in your efforts to obtain accurate but relevant information, information from the client’s accountant or perhaps a non-tax lawyer? Have you noticed the language barrier between tax and non-tax attorneys?

Build Your Practice With Perfect Clients

May 11, 2010, 5.30-7:00 p.m.
Presenter: Jo Smith
Location: Davis Street Tavern, 500 NW Davis Street, Portland

Are you interested in tax law and want to build a successful and rewarding career, while attracting clients who will sustain you for years to come? How do you develop clients and build long-lasting relationships? How do you grow in your practice area while gaining expertise and recognition among your peers? Have you been told many, many times about the importance of practice/career/client development, but yet it’s all a bit foreign, unfamiliar, and slightly unsettling?