Corporate Tax & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 62+ Years Experience
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About Eric R. Fox at a Glance
Eric R. Fox is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Ivins, Phillips & Barker Chartered. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on irs, family law, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit Un (1964) and District of Columbia United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit United States District Court for (1969). Educated at Harvard University Law School (LL.B., 1964) and Amherst College (A.B., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric R. Fox
- Mr. Eric R. Fox is a lawyer practicing tax litigation, corporate tax, partnership tax and 7 other areas of law
- Eric received a A.B. degree from Amherst College in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
- Eric practices at Ivins, Phillips & Barker Chartered in Washington, DC
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Eric R. Fox's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric R. Fox handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Washington
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Family Law in Washington
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Estate Planning & Probate in Washington
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in Washington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Eric R. Fox
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric R. Fox's practice in the field of irs, family law, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric R. Fox brings 62+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit Un and District of Columbia United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit United States District Court for , Eric R. Fox can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, family law, and estate planning, Eric R. Fox can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Eric R. Fox attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric R. Fox Handles in Washington
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