Atty. Scott D. Michel

Atty. Scott D. Michel

Scott D. Michel is a lawyer practicing tax controversies, tax crimes, tax litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Scott D. Michel at a glance

Scott D. Michel is a Member, Washington, D.C. based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on irs, criminal defense, tax, tax litigation, and international tax. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1981) and New York U.S. District Court, District of Maryland U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. Su (1993). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D. Order, 1980) and Northwestern University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Mentor, American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative Member, International Fiscal Association Professional Activities Mr, Michel has been active in the American Bar Association's Section of Taxation his entire career, most recently as the Vice-Chair for Committee Operations of the American Bar Association Section of Taxation from 2016-2018, and He previously served as a Section Council Director and as the Chair of the Section's Committees on Civil and Criminal Tax Penalties and the Standards of Tax Practice. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott D. Michel is a lawyer practicing tax controversies, tax crimes, tax litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Scott practices at Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Scott D. Michel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott D. Michel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Criminal Defense

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Tax Law

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

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Tax Litigation

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International Tax

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott D. Michel

Where is Scott D. Michel's law office located?
Scott D. Michel's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott D. Michel handle?
Scott D. Michel focuses on irs, criminal defense, tax, tax litigation, international tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Scott D. Michel practiced law?
Scott D. Michel has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Scott D. Michel go to law school?
Scott D. Michel earned their education at (J.D. Order, 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Scott D. Michel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott D. Michel received?
Scott D. Michel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Order
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1980
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
New York U.S. District Court, District of Maryland U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. Su
Admitted: 1993

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