Atty. Brian Michael Russell

Atty. Brian Michael Russell

Brian Michael Russell is a lawyer practicing transactional tax, mergers & acquisitions, ipos & equity offerings and 3 other areas of law. Brian received a B.B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Houston Houston 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Michael Russell at a glance

Brian Michael Russell is an Associate, Tax based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Texas (2012). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Taxation, 2014) and University of Oklahoma (B.B.A. Accounting, 2009). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Michael Russell is a lawyer practicing transactional tax, mergers & acquisitions, ipos & equity offerings and 3 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Brian practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Michael Russell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Michael Russell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Michael Russell

Where is Brian Michael Russell's law office located?
Brian Michael Russell's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Michael Russell handle?
Brian Michael Russell focuses on business, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Brian Michael Russell practiced law?
Brian Michael Russell has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Brian Michael Russell go to law school?
Brian Michael Russell earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2014); (B.B.A. Accounting, 2009).
How can I contact Brian Michael Russell for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2014
B.B.A. Accounting
University of Oklahoma
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2012

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