Atty. Sam Megally
Mr. Megally focuses his state and local tax practice on both Texas and multi-state matters, particularly relating to tax planning and controversies involving income tax, sales tax, franchise tax, and property tax.
Tax Law Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX
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About Sam Megally at a Glance
Sam Megally is a tax attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in Texas, Bar of Texas, Texas, United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, and Texas, United States District Court for the Western District of Texas. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 2005) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sam Megally
- Mr. Megally focuses his state and local tax practice on both Texas and multi-state matters, particularly relating to tax planning and controversies involving income tax, sales tax, franchise tax, and property tax
- As part of his controversy practice, he has extensive experience representing taxpayers in tax disputes, including administrative proceedings and litigation against the Texas Comptroller, departments of revenue in other states, and local taxing jurisdictions both in and outside of Texas
- He has also worked extensively on tax-related legislative representations, both in Texas and in other states
- He has substantial experience representing taxpayers in a broad range of industries, including both e-commerce and traditional brick & mortar retailers, travel and tourism companies, air carriers and private aircraft operators, and hospitals and pharmaceutical and health care companies
Practice Areas Explained
Sam Megally's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam Megally handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Tax Law in Dallas
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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 Dallas Choose Sam Megally
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 Sam Megally's practice in the field of tax.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, Bar of Texas, Texas, United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, and Texas, United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Sam Megally can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Tax Practice
Concentrating on tax means Sam Megally's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Sam Megally 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 Sam Megally Handles in Dallas
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