Atty. Armando Gomez

Atty. Armando Gomez

Armando Gomez concentrates his practice on a broad range of tax matters. He advises clients on the structuring and financing of U.S. and international partnerships, joint ventures and other cross-border transactions.

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About Armando Gomez at a glance

Armando Gomez is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practforg at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1994) and Duke University (—, 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Armando Gomez concentrates his practice on a broad range of tax matters
  • He advises clients on the structuring and financing of U.S. and international partnerships, joint ventures and other cross-border transactions
  • Mr. Gomez also represents clients in connection with structuring private equity investments and investments in renewable energy projects
  • In addition, he counsels on valuation and transfer pricing matters, at both the planning and controversy stages
  • Mr. Gomez represents clients in federal and state tax controversy matters, including in connection with examinations, administrative appeals and special programs designed to reach expedited results
  • He has advised clients in summons enforcement matters and in criminal tax investigations, and he also has acted as special tax counsel in connection with internal investigations on tax-related matters
  • Mr. Gomez represents clients in administrative and policy matters before the U.S
  • Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service, including commenting on regulations, tax treaties and other tax policy issues, and in connection with applications for private letter rulings
  • He also advises clients on legislative matters, including commenting on proposed legislation, developing strategies for new legislative proposals and representing clients before the congressional tax writing committees
  • In this regard, he has represented several clients in connection with congressional investigations, including in the largest-ever congressional investigation of a single corporate taxpayer
  • Mr. Gomez is chair-elect of the American Bar Association’s Section of Taxation
  • He is a fellow of the American College of Tax Counsel and a member of the National Conference of Lawyers and Certified Public Accountants
  • Mr. Gomez frequently lectures on topics relating to partnerships and joint ventures, tax controversies, and tax administration matters
  • Mr. Gomez repeatedly has been selected for inclusion in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business and The Best Lawyers in America
  • He also was included in Washingtonian Magazine’s 2013 “Best Lawyers” list

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practforg law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Armando Gomez's law office located?
Armando Gomez's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Armando Gomez go to law school?
Armando Gomez earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (—, 1991).
How can I contact Armando Gomez for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Armando Gomez receiandd?
Armando Gomez's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Controversy; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1994
Duke University
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Controversy
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Partnership
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Disputes
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Planning
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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