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John R. McGuire is a Denver tax attorney specializing in business transactions, tax planning for individuals & businesses and tax matters before the IRS. John was born in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana Magna Cum Laude and belonged to the Phi Beta Kappa National Honorary Society. After moving to Colorado, John attended the Denver University College of Law and graduated in 2004.
Since joining the Colorado Bar, John has helped his clients with a wide range of issues. His work involves a variety of business transactions, including the formation and sale of business entities, expansion of business operations overseas, disposition and transfer of business assets and interests, and other ongoing transactions as needed by clients.
Additionally, John has helped his clients with their estate planning issues preparing wills and trusts to transfer wealth and assets. As a Denver tax attorney, John has represented hundreds of businesses and individuals before the Internal Revenue Service to resolve audits, tax liabilities and other tax controversies.
John went back to school to obtain a specialized degree in taxation while working full time, graduating from the University of Denver Graduate Tax Program with an LL.M. in Taxation. While a student in the LL.M. tax program, John focused primarily on tax issues before the IRS, corporate & partnership transactions and estate & gift planning. John received the Schramm Scholarship and Graduate Tax Program Scholarship, and worked in the low income tax clinic while attending the graduate tax program.
John also participated in the American Bar Association’s LL.M. Student Tax Challenge. He and his partner’s paper regarding the transfer of cash and business assets between foreign controlled corporations anonymously was chosen as one of four national finalists. As a national finalist, they traveled to San Diego, California to present before some of the most well-known tax professionals in the country at the ABA Tax Section Semi-Annual Conference.
John and his wife Suzette, an optometrist, live in Golden, Colorado. In his free time, John enjoys skiing, rock climbing, mountaineering, backpacking, and spending time with his family and two dogs. John is an avid Indiana Hoosier basketball and Ohio State Buckeye football fan.
Denver Tax Attorney representing businesses and individuals on all matters with all tax authorities.
The McGuire Law Firm can assist you with tax matters and issues from IRS issues to tax planning.
The McGuire Law Firm assists businesses and their owners from formation and contracts to sale.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Business
40%
22 years | 750 cases
Tax
40%
22 years | 750 cases
Estate Planning
20%
22 years | 750 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 21 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
John gives clarity to a most unclear process
John consistently had a plan for our case and stayed the course. His advisement and insight was exceptional and resulted in a great outcome that came from his hard work. John is highly efficient in his communications and gives a sense of clarity to a complex process and sets realistic expectati...
John Russell McGuire's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is a good tax lawyer who has a deep concern for his clients struggling with tax debt. He's very knowledgeable, and I've been happy to trade tax and bankruptcy information with him. I'm happy to endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with John for over 10 years and know him to be one of the most conscientious, thorough, and fair attorneys out there. John’s knowledge and background in taxation helps both his individual and business clients. John always takes the time to get to know his clients and understand their short and long term goals, which helps accomplish the tasks at hand, and builds strong long term relationships. My experiences with John have been nothing but positive and I would whole heartedly recommend John's services."
"John possesses a wealth of knowledge in tax planning and business transactions. His creativity and command of the law in these areas sets him apart from fellow practitioners. Above all, John is dedicated to his clients and attempts to fashion their goals at a reasonable rate. I highly recommend John for all your tax planning and business formation needs."
"I highly recommend John, both for his technical legal skills and for his warm and personable style. He has been a great resource for me with business planning and tax issues as they have come up for my clients. He is a pleasure to work with!"
"Clients know immediately that John sets himself apart as an attorney. He cares about them and the quality work they receive while remaining cognizant of their bottom line. His long-term clients show the client loyalty he elicits. John holds himself to a high standard and balances his performance with graceful efficiency. As a passionate practitioner, John constantly remains updated on the law and practice management. John consistently impresses me with his knowledge of complex legal matters. He also has an innate ability to work with others. I recommend John in the areas of tax law, business law, and estate planning matters when you want an experienced attorney who cares about your satisfaction at the end of the process."
Wendi Temkin
Estate planning lawyer
Alicia Buckingham
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Section of Taxation, American Bar Association
N/A
Schramm Scholarship, University of Denver
N/A
National finalist, American Bar Association’s LL.M. Student Tax Challenge
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner/Attorney, McGuire Law Firm
2013 - 2014
Partner/Attorney, Buckingham & McGuire, LLC
2005 - 2013
Partner/Attorney, McGuire, Todd & Associates
Associations
2005 - Present
National Association of Tax ProfessionalsMember
2004 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Education
2012
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
LL.M. in Taxation
2004
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Indiana University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
American Bar Association, Taxation Section
Transactions between foreign controlled organizations
Languages
English
Activity
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