Bryan C. Skarlatos

Bryan C. Skarlatos: Experienced Tax Attorney in New York City

For over three decades, Bryan C. Skarlatos has dedicated his legal career to advocating for corporations and individuals facing sensitive matters involving government agencies. His expertise spans federal and state tax audits, appeals, litigation, criminal investigations, and white-collar prosecutions.

Practice Areas

• Criminal Defense: White-Collar
• Litigation and Controversy - Tax

Bryan Skarlatos has extensive experience in evaluating the strength of tax positions for financial reporting purposes, providing remedial advice, and guiding corporations and individuals worldwide on how to comply with U.S. tax law.

Education & Credentials

• Firms: Kostelanetz LLP
  • Mention of current or previous law firms, if any, within this section
• Awards:
  • Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar (in Best Attorney USA since 2005)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Litigation and Controversy - Tax, New York City (2025)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Litigation and Controversy - Tax, New York City (2017)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Litigation and Controversy - Tax, New York City (2014)
• Universities:
  • Penn State Dickinson School of Law
  • New York University
• Education:
  • Degree in Juris Doctor from Penn State Dickinson School of Law, New York City (graduated with honors in 1987)
  • Degree in Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law, New York City (graduate of Dean's List in 1989)
• Bar Admissions:
  • New York State Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
• Languages:
  • English (native)
  • Spanish (fluent)
• Affiliations:
  • New York University School of Law - Adjunct Professor
  • Annual New York University Tax Controversy Forum, Co-Chair (2010 to present)
  • Tax Controversy Advisory Committee for the Internal Revenue Service, Member (2007 to present)
• Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2005
• Location:New York City, New York, United States