Atty. Christopher Scott Rizek

Atty. Christopher Scott Rizek

Mr. Christopher Scott Rizek is a lawyer practicing tax litigation, tax controversies, exempt organizations and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Christopher Scott Rizek is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on irs, tax litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983) and Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit (1983). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center J.D. 1982 Editor Georgetown University Law Center J.D. Law & Policy in International Business Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M., 1997) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rizek is an adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law Center and in the Spring of 2012 he taught the course Tax Practice & Procedure (Administrative) to IRS personnel, He has also been a guest lecturer at other law schools and universities, and is a frequent speaker at conferences on tax procedure and ethics issues, and Mr. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Christopher Scott Rizek is a lawyer practicing tax litigation, tax controversies, exempt organizations and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Christopher practices at Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Scott Rizek's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Scott Rizek handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Tax Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing 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 substantive 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 substantive 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 Christopher Scott Rizek's law office located?
Christopher Scott Rizek's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Scott Rizek handle?
Christopher Scott Rizek focuses on irs, tax litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Christopher Scott Rizek practiced law?
Christopher Scott Rizek has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Christopher Scott Rizek go to law school?
Christopher Scott Rizek earned their education at (LL.M., 1997); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact Christopher Scott Rizek for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Christopher Scott Rizek received?
Christopher Scott Rizek's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
Georgetown University Law Center J.D. 1982 Editor Georgetown University Law Center J.D. Law & Policy in International Business Georgetown University Law Center
- 1997
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983
Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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