Atty. Clark R. Calhoun

Atty. Clark R. Calhoun

Clark Calhoun represents clients in state tax controversy and litigation matters in Georgia, California, and other states before state taxing authorities, city and county boards, state trial and appellate courts, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Profile Summary

About Clark R. Calhoun at a glance

Clark R. Calhoun is a tax and tax litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Clark Calhoun represents clients in state tax controversy and litigation matters in Georgia, California, and other states before state taxing authorities, city and county boards, state trial and appellate courts, and the U.S
  • Supreme Court
  • He has secured a multimillion-dollar income tax refund in a Georgia Tax Tribunal action, received a refund of overpaid 911 taxes, defended companies against unjustified state transfer-pricing assessments, and earned property tax refunds for nonprofit entities
  • Clark also represents clients on multistate sales/use, income, property, and transfer tax issues that arise in corporate stock and asset transactions, and he has negotiated voluntary disclosure agreements with nearly every state in the country
  • Clark serves on the Tax Notes State advisory board and was the subject of its “State Tax Spotlight” in 2017
  • He is the current chair of the Business Climate Committee of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and the past chair of the State Bar of Georgia Taxation Section
  • He was a significant contributor to a task force responsible for the creation of the Georgia Tax Tribunal and has been recognized by Super Lawyers, Chambers USA, and The Best Lawyers in America©

Practice Areas Explained

Clark R. Calhoun's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Clark R. Calhoun 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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Tax Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Clark R. Calhoun

Where is Clark R. Calhoun's law office located?
Clark R. Calhoun's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clark R. Calhoun handle?
Clark R. Calhoun focuses on tax, tax litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did Clark R. Calhoun go to law school?
Clark R. Calhoun earned their education at (J.D., 2005).
How can I contact Clark R. Calhoun for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Clark R. Calhoun received?
Clark R. Calhoun's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 2005

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026

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