Business, Investment & Transactional Tax & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 59+ Years Experience
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About Felix B. Laughlin at a Glance
Felix B. Laughlin is a Senior Counsel, Washington, D.C. based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on irs, business, tax, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1967), U.S. Tax Court (1968), U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1969), and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1969). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D. Order, 1967) and The University of Tennessee (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Other Professional Affiliations Member, American Bar Association Member, Federal Bar Association Past Chairman, Federal Bar Association Tax Section Past President, National Bonsai Foundation Past Chairman, World Bonsai Friendship Federation. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Felix B. Laughlin
- Mr. Felix B. Laughlin is a lawyer practicing tax controversies, business, investment & transactional tax, international law and 1 other area of law
- Felix received a B.S. degree from The University of Tennessee in 1967, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Felix practices at Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Felix B. Laughlin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Felix B. Laughlin 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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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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Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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International Law in Washington
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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 Felix B. Laughlin
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 Felix B. Laughlin's practice in the field of irs, business, tax, litigation, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Felix B. Laughlin brings 59+ 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 Tennessee, U.S. Tax Court, and U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Felix B. Laughlin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, business, and tax, Felix B. Laughlin 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 Felix B. Laughlin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Felix B. Laughlin Handles in Washington
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