
David A. Schneider
Bio
Mr. Schneider has extensive experience representing clients in connection with tax planning, as well as controversy matters (including before IRS Exam, IRS Appeals and the IRS National Office).
He previously served in the IRS’ Office of Chief Counsel for 16 years, primarily as a special counsel, first in the Income Tax and Accounting Division and then in the Passthroughs and Special Industries Division. He was involved in developing guidance on a wide variety of tax accounting matters, including the capitalization and deduction of costs relating to tangible property, and accounting methods and periods. He also worked extensively on proposed and final regulations and other guidance relating to the deduction for income from domestic manufacturing activities.
Mr. Schneider authors a yearly comprehensive article published by Practising Law Institute titled "Capitalization of Amounts Paid to Acquire or Create Intangibles and to Facilitate Certain Capital Transactions."
Credentials
Education
- LL.M., Georgetown University Law Center, 1991
- J.D., American University Washington College of Law, 1986
- B.S., State University of New York, Binghamton, 1983
Admissions
- District of Columbia
- Florida