Former IRS Deputy Area Counsel Teri Jackson Joins Fredrikson

Attorney Teri L. Jackson, former Deputy Area Counsel at IRS Office of Chief Counsel, joins Fredrikson in its Tax Disputes & Litigation Group in the Minneapolis office. Jackson brings nearly two decades of experience in tax litigation and advisory work to augment the firm's full‑service representation.

“We are thrilled to welcome Teri Jackson to our team,” said Masha Yevzelman, Fredrikson Tax Disputes & Litigation Group co-chair. “Teri’s experience with the IRS Office of Chief Counsel in complex tax controversies and her deep understanding of IRS procedures and litigation strategy will be an incredible asset to our clients as we continue to deliver exceptional results in high-stakes tax disputes.”

Jackson uses her experience to advise clients on practical solutions to resolve federal tax disputes and controversies, including audits, administrative appeals and litigation. She represents clients in various industries on a wide range of federal tax matters.

Before joining the firm, Jackson served as Deputy Area Counsel for the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, where Jackson oversaw multiple offices and managed complex litigation strategies. Jackson has tried numerous cases before the U.S. Tax Court, including syndicated conservation easement matters and high-stakes corporate tax disputes. Known for technical expertise in accounting methods and timing issues, Jackson advised on novel tax positions with nationwide impact and provided numerous training sessions to IRS agents and attorneys. Jackson also taught Federal Income Tax as an adjunct professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law. Jackson is licensed to practice in Louisiana and in U.S. Tax Court.

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