Atty. James E. "Jamie" Brown
Jamie's representations have involved the taxation of financial instruments, the timing of income and deductions, corporate reorganizations, deductions for worthless investments, the substance-over-form and economic substance doctrines, civil tax penalties, and other areas of tax law. From 2006 to 2013, Jamie was a trial attorney with the Tax Division of the U.S.
Tax Law Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About James E. "Jamie" Brown at a Glance
James E. "Jamie" Brown is a tax attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Ivins, Phillips & Barker Chartered. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, District of Columbia Bar. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. "Jamie" Brown
- Jamie's representations have involved the taxation of financial instruments, the timing of income and deductions, corporate reorganizations, deductions for worthless investments, the substance-over-form and economic substance doctrines, civil tax penalties, and other areas of tax law
- From 2006 to 2013, Jamie was a trial attorney with the Tax Division of the U.S
- Department of Justice, where he was lead counsel for the government in over 100 civil tax cases, and he received two Outstanding Attorney awards
- Jamie has served as Chair and Vice-Chair of the D.C
- Bar Tax Audits and Litigation Committee, and has been named to The Best Lawyers in America for Tax Law
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James E. "Jamie" Brown's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. "Jamie" Brown handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
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
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Why Clients in Washington Choose James E. "Jamie" Brown
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Focused Tax Practice
Concentrating on tax means James E. "Jamie" Brown's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Washington
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