$ 350-350 per hour
PRO
Chris Newsom
also known as Christian G. Newsom
Virtual Consultation Available
About Chris
Biography
Mr. Newsom has been Board Certified in Tax Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2005. His law practice includes federal and state tax planning; representing taxpayers in audits or disputes with the IRS and Texas Comptroller; mergers and acquisitions; partnerships, LLCs, and corporations; general contracts and business law; forming and advising tax-exempt organizations; and estate planning.
Board Certified Attorney focusing on business formations & transactions; tax planning; wills and trusts; and non-profit organizations.
Board Certified Attorney - Call to discuss forming new business entities (LLCs, corporations, etc.).
Board Certified Tax Attorney - Call today to discuss wills and trusts.
Board Certified Attorney - Call today to discuss business transactions including acquisitions.
Board Certified Attorney - Call to discuss formation of partnerships and other partnership matters.
Board Certified Tax Attorney - Call today to discuss federal tax matters.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Tax
30%
31 years
Corporate and Incorporation
20%
31 years
Mergers and Acquisitions
20%
31 years
Estate Planning
15%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 30 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Chris online.
Chris Newsom's Reviews
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Posted by Marilyn | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Last Will & Testament
Chris took me through the process of preparing my Will, my Living Will and two Powers of Attorney. He was very thorough and thought of things I would have missed. I am very satisfied with the results, and highly recommend Chris.
Posted by Francine | October 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding!!
Chris Newsom was thorough and meticulous with my case. He is always available to answer any of my questions or concerns. I can't thank him enough for walking me through a very complex legal matter and being a huge support throughout.
Posted by Jaime | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Resolution of Home Owners Association Tax Issue
Our HOA hired the services of Chris to resolve tax issues related to federal taxes and Texas State Taxes. He helped us developed a strategy to resolve both matters, taking into account the different risks and practical solutions. With his assistance we executed the plan with excellent results in a ve...
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David Coffin
Tax lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2005
Award for LLM in Tax Graduate with Highest GPA, Dallas Bar Association Tax Section / SMU Law
2005
Board Certified - Tax Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1994
Senior Editor of one of Duke's law journals, Duke University School of Law
1992
Graduated cum laude, Baylor University
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Managing Attorney, Newsom Law Firm
2017 - 2018
Of Counsel, David Coffin PLLC
2006 - 2010
Of Counsel, Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody, PC
2005 - 2005
Managing Attorney, Newsom Law Firm
2004 - 2004
Attorney, Meadows Collier Reed Cousins Crouch & Ungerman, LLP
1997 - 2003
Attorney, Strasburger & Price LLP (now known as Clark Hill)
1995 - 1997
Attorney, Ernst & Young LLP
Associations
2006 - Present
United States Tax CourtAdmitted to Practice
1997 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Taxation SectionMember
1997 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust SectionMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of TexasAdmitted to Practice
Sample of Legal Cases
U.S. v. Wyly, Charles and Sam
Education
2005
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
LLM - Master of Laws in Taxation
1995
Duke University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Baylor University
B.B.A. - Accounting
Publications
2006
Real Estate Probate & Trust Law Reporter
Texas Margin Tax Summary
1995
Alaska Law Review
Senior Editor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you own property if you pay taxes for seven years?
29 Sep 2018
Q&A
I got a notice of Tax Lien investigation in the mail. It says it's not affiliated with any government agency. Who is it from?
21 Oct 2012