About G.
G. Michelle Ferreira: Experienced Tax Lawyer in San Francisco, California
G. Michelle Ferreira is a highly experienced tax lawyer who counsels individuals, partnerships, estates and corporations on complex and sensitive tax disputes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and state and local tax agencies. Her extensive background as a former IRS litigator brings unique expertise to clients facing intricate tax controversies. She represents her clients at every stage of their interactions with these authorities.
Practice Areas
- Tax Law
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Michele brings over two decades of legal experience to her practice, having worked in the IRS as a litigator before transitioning into private practice. Her deep understanding of tax law allows her to provide counsel that is both comprehensive and practical.
Education & Credentials
- Firms: G. Michelle Ferreira has been associated with Greenberg Traurig, a reputable firm in San Francisco, California.
- Affiliations: She is actively involved in the Taxation Section of the California State Bar and frequently speaks on tax controversy topics at professional associations for both lawyers and accountants. Michelle was also an Adjunct Professor for Golden Gate University's Master’s in Taxation Program.
- Recognized Since: G. Michelle Ferreira has been recognized as a 'Lawyer of the Year' by Super Lawyers magazine from 2008 to 2015, and she was named 'Litigation and Controversy - Tax' in Best Attorney USA since 2011.
- City: Michelle Ferreira is based in San Francisco, California.
Michele’s achievements include her recognition as a Lawyer of the Year for Tax Law and Litigation and Controversy - Tax by Super Lawyers magazine. She was also recognized with the 'Lawyer of the Year' award by Best Attorney USA. Her practice has been instrumental in resolving challenging estate and gift tax disputes, particularly those involving challenges to family limited partnerships and valuation issues.
Professional Philosophy
Michele Ferreira is committed to helping her clients navigate through their complex tax situations with confidence and ease. She believes in providing a personalized approach for every client, addressing each individual’s unique circumstances and concerns.
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Education
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year: Tax Law, San Francisco (2026)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation and Controversy - Tax, San Francisco (2023)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation and Controversy - Tax, San Francisco (2017)
- Recognized: Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Recognized: Tax Law
- "Special Act Award," for litigation of Estate of Schauerhamer v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo 1997-242, December 1997
- Performance Award, IRS Small Business/Self-Employed Division, Fall 2001
- "Certificate of Appreciation," IRS Small Business/Self-Employed Division, May 2002
- "2010 Tax Person of the Year," Tax Analysts, January 2011
- V. Judsen Klein Award, State Bar of California, Taxation Section, 2012
- Super Lawyers magazine, Northern California Super Lawyers, 2008-2015
- The Legal 500 United States, 2012-2015
- Daily Journal, one of the "10 Emerging Law Firm Leaders in California," 2013