Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the addition of Ali Andrews as senior counsel in the Austin Tax practice. Joining from an international firm, Ali concentrates her practice on handling state and local tax disputes, state tax audits, unemployment tax matters, equal taxation, multi-state tax planning, and other administrative law matters.

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Ali and the wealth of experience she brings to the firm,” said Brian Dethrow, chair of the Tax practice. “Her seasoned expertise reinforces our unwavering commitment to our clients.”

“Her seasoned expertise reinforces our unwavering commitment to our clients.”

Ali has experience handling litigation related to state taxes and unemployment issues for the State of Texas as Chief of the Tax Litigation Division of the Office of the Texas Attorney General. Ali also provides litigation expertise, having successfully litigated cases involving tax liabilities, unemployment benefits, breach of contract, probate, and family law.

On her decision to join Jackson Walker, Ali noted, “Jackson Walker has an impressive depth of skilled attorneys and abundant resources, which will enable me to deliver top-notch legal services to our clients. I am thrilled to join an exceptional Tax team and excited about collaborating with esteemed practice groups.”

“Jackson Walker has an impressive depth of skilled attorneys and abundant resources, which will enable me to deliver top-notch legal services to our clients.”

Ali obtained her J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law and her B.A., magna cum laude, from Saint Edward’s University.

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