David Oren Kahn, Tax Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 32 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratLatham & Watkins LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing tax in Boston since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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David Oren Kahn is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Tax. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Tax
- Handles Tax matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About David Oren Kahn: David Oren Kahn is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Tax. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Boston
David concentrates on tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases in Boston, Massachusetts
David takes tax matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
David Oren Kahn, tax attorney serving Boston
David Oren Kahn is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Tax. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. David works from Boston, Massachusetts and takes on tax matters across the region.
David Oren Kahn is a lawyer practicing tax. David Oren received a B.S. degree from California State University, Northridge in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. David Oren practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Boston, MA.
David's approach to tax cases
David Oren Kahn is a lawyer practicing tax. David Oren received a B.S. degree from California State University, Northridge in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. David Oren practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Boston, MA.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1994
California State University, Northridge
B.S. · 1991
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2011 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2011 · ACTIVE
California
1994 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.S. in California State University, Northridge.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.S. in California State University, Northridge. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
David Oren Kahn's office in Boston
David's primary office is at John Hancock Twr., 200 Clarendon St., 20th Fl., Boston, MA, 02116. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Latham & Watkins LLP
John Hancock Twr., 200 Clarendon St., 20th Fl.
Boston, MA 02116
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How to hire David Oren Kahn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Oren Kahn
How much does it cost to hire David for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple tax matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Boston?
David is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new tax clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
David handles tax matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified tax attorneys in that community.
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