Atty. Michael J. Semes

Atty. Michael J. Semes

Michael J. Semes is a lawyer practicing state taxation, tax controversies, tax planning.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (412) 484-3328 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Semes at a glance

Michael J. Semes is an Ernst & Young LLP based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on irs and tax. Admitted to practice in Delaware (1991) and Pennsylvania (1993). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Carnegie-Mellon University (M.F.A. Duquesne, 1981). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael J. Semes is a lawyer practicing state taxation, tax controversies, tax planning
  • Michael received a M.F.A. degree from Carnegie-Mellon University in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Semes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Semes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

IRS Disputes & Audits

Michael J. Semes is one of 2,917 irs attorneys indexed nationally. Browse irs attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Tax Law

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

Michael J. Semes is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

Looking for additional Pennsylvania attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Philadelphia or all attorneys in Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Semes

Where is Michael J. Semes's law office located?
Michael J. Semes's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Semes handle?
Michael J. Semes focuses on irs, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael J. Semes practiced law?
Michael J. Semes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael J. Semes go to law school?
Michael J. Semes earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (M.F.A. Duquesne, 1981).
How can I contact Michael J. Semes for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. Semes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1990
M.F.A. Duquesne
Carnegie-Mellon University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Delaware
Admitted: 1991
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.