Atty. Katy Stone

Atty. Katy Stone

Katy Stone focuses her practice on tax controversy and litigation, centering on complex areas such as international tax, multistate income apportionment, remote worker, payroll taxes, and worker classification issues. She represents an array of clients ranging from multinational corporations, partnerships, and financial institutions, to tax-exempt organizations and individuals.

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About Katy Stone at a Glance

Katy Stone is an Associate based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on tax. Educated at University of Chicago Law School J.D. Doctoroff Business Leadership Fellow; Visiting Student, Stanford Law School; Research Assistant, Professor Joseph Bankman, Stanford Law School New York U (—) and New Saint Andrews College B.A. summa cum laude (—). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Chief Financial Officer and Compliance Chief, Palo Alto High School's TEAM (Together Everyone Achieves More), 2020-2022 •Scouts BSA, 2014-Present. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Katy Stone

  • Katy Stone focuses her practice on tax controversy and litigation, centering on complex areas such as international tax, multistate income apportionment, remote worker, payroll taxes, and worker classification issues
  • She represents an array of clients ranging from multinational corporations, partnerships, and financial institutions, to tax-exempt organizations and individuals
  • She navigates the intricate landscape of federal and state income tax controversies at various stages, including audits, administrative appeals, and judicial proceedings
  • Katy has represented clients before the U.S
  • Tax Court and the U.S
  • Court of Federal Claims, as well as state and municipal taxing authorities including in California, New York, Oregon, Massachusetts, Illinois, and other states in contentious tax matters

Practice Areas Explained

Katy Stone's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Katy Stone handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Tax Law in San Francisco

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco

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

San Francisco Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Francisco-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Katy Stone

Where is Katy Stone's law office located?
Katy Stone's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Katy Stone handle?
Katy Stone focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Katy Stone

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 Katy Stone's practice in the field of tax.

Focused Tax Practice

Concentrating on tax means Katy Stone's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.

Local Presence in San Francisco

A San Francisco-based practice means Katy Stone 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 Katy Stone Handles in San Francisco

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Katy Stone has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Katy Stone directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Katy Stone's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

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University of Chicago Law School J.D. Doctoroff Business Leadership Fellow; Visiting Student, Stanford Law School; Research Assistant, Professor Joseph Bankman, Stanford Law School New York U
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New Saint Andrews College B.A. summa cum laude
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