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Dustin Covello's practice focuses on tax controversy and litigation, as well as transactional tax matters and tax structuring for corporate and partnership entities.  In tax controversy and litigation matters, Mr. Covello has represented clients during the audit and appeals process and has served on the trial team in nationally prominent litigation matters.  His transaction experience includes advising on the tax issues related to private equity funds, real estate investment trusts, joint ventures, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and equity and debt issuances.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Covello worked in the tax and litigation departments of a prominent Southeastern law firm.  He has also provided pro bono assistance to low-income taxpayers by representing them in tax controversies and preparing tax returns on their behalf as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

Articles & Publications

Co-author, Federal Tax Law, 60 Mercer Law Review 1235 (2009) (surveying significant federal tax decisions decided in the 11th Circuit during 2008)

Co-author, Federal Tax Law, 61 Mercer Law Review ____ (2010) (to be published in summer 2010) (surverying significant federal tax decisions decided in the 11th Circuit during 2009)

Speaking Engagements

Panelist, Find a Career in Tax, ABA Tax Section 2010 May Meeting

Professional Affiliations

• Member, ABA Tax Section