Gavioli bolsters Proskauer’s Tax Controversy and Litigation Offerings.
New York, October 16, 2025 – Proskauer is pleased to announce that Laura Gavioli has joined the Firm as a partner in the Tax Department and Litigation Department, based in New York. Laura advises clients on complex tax controversy and litigation matters, bringing extensive experience from both private practice and government service.
Laura’s practice focuses on tax controversy and high-stakes tax disputes, representing corporations, funds, ultra-high net worth individuals and family offices in federal and state examinations, administrative proceedings and litigation. Previously, she served as Special Counsel in the Litigation and Advisory Division of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Office of Chief Counsel and as a partner at leading AmLaw 100 firms. In 2024, Laura led a trial team named Outstanding Litigation Team of the Year by the U.S. Department of Treasury. Laura’s experience spans trial and appellate matters before the U.S. Tax Court, Court of Federal Claims, Federal District Courts, Courts of Appeals nationwide, and the U.S. Supreme Court. She has handled U.S. and international tax issues involving estate and gift tax controversies, pass-through entities, cross-border transactions, and treaty and transfer pricing matters.
“Laura brings a rare combination of courtroom skill, government insight, and client-focused judgment. Her deep tax expertise and experience will be an asset to our clients and enhances our capabilities in an evolving tax landscape,” said Firm Chairman, Tim Mungovan.
“Welcoming Laura builds on our long-standing experience advising clients in tax disputes and reinforces our ability to meet increasing demand for sophisticated tax controversy counsel. Her background complements our transactional strength and allows us to deliver comprehensive and strategic counsel to clients,” said Amanda Nussbaum, Chair of the Firm’s Tax Department.
“Proskauer’s collaborative culture and forward-looking approach align closely with my practice. The Firm has a strong foundation in tax controversy work, and I’m excited to build on that by expanding our capabilities across all types of disputes, including income, estate, and gift tax matters, to deliver comprehensive support for clients at every stage.” said Laura.
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