Atty. Benjamin C. Kelsey

Atty. Benjamin C. Kelsey

Benjamin Kelsey focuses his practice on complex tax matters, including taxable and tax-free mergers and acquisitions. His practice also includes executive compensation matters, such as equity compensation, incentive plans and golden parachute issues.

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About Benjamin C. Kelsey at a glance

Benjamin C. Kelsey is a tax attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association. Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 2016) and Tufts University (BA, 2008). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Benjamin Kelsey focuses his practice on complex tax matters, including taxable and tax-free mergers and acquisitions
  • His practice also includes executive compensation matters, such as equity compensation, incentive plans and golden parachute issues

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin C. Kelsey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin C. Kelsey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin C. Kelsey

Where is Benjamin C. Kelsey's law office located?
Benjamin C. Kelsey's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin C. Kelsey handle?
Benjamin C. Kelsey focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Benjamin C. Kelsey go to law school?
Benjamin C. Kelsey earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (BA, 2008).
How can I contact Benjamin C. Kelsey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin C. Kelsey received?
Benjamin C. Kelsey's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 2016
BA
Tufts University
- 2008

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association

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