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Jane C. Bergner, Tax Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

focused on Tax and Trusts

Washington, DC

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Jane C. Bergner is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.

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Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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attorney
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Tax · Trusts
  • Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).

About Jane C. Bergner: Jane C. Bergner is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jane takes on

Jane concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Tax cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Jane takes tax matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jane agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Jane takes trusts matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jane agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jane C. Bergner — tax lawyer in Washington

Jane C. Bergner is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.

Jane C. Bergner's practice encompasses a broad range of tax matters, including tax audit and controversy matters; tax collection disputes; innocent spouse issues; civil litigation at the trial and appellate levels; corporate, partnership, business and individual transactional tax planning; the representation of tax-exempt organizations; and estate, gift and wealth planning and probate.

Jane is the author of Chapter 50, "Tax Court Jurisdiction, Procedure & Practice," included in the tax treatise Mertens, Law of Federal Taxation, as well as two annually updated treatises on "Tax Court Practice" and "Court of Federal Claims Practice," included in the West's Federal Forms series published by The West Group. She was one of three members of the private bar appointed by the Chief Judge of the United States Tax Court to a nine-member committee which drafted statutory provisions ultimately included in the Technical Corrections Act of 1988. Other members of the Committee were three judges of the United States Tax Court, the Chief Counsel, Internal Revenue Service and the Assistant Attorney General of the Tax Division, U. S. Department of Justice.

Working with Jane on a tax matter

J ane C. Bergner's practice encompasses a broad range of tax matters, including tax audit and controversy matters; tax collection disputes; innocent spouse issues; civil litigation at the trial and appellate levels; corporate, partnership, business and individual transactional tax planning; the representation of tax-exempt organizations; and estate, gift and wealth planning and probate. Jane is…

Clients Jane works with

Jane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Columbia University

    J.D. · 1967

  • Vassar College

Jurisdictions

Jane's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    ACTIVE

Jane studied at J.D. in Columbia University and — in Vassar College.

Law school and academic background

Jane completed J.D. in Columbia University and — in Vassar College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jane runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jane has received 17 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Duties

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Gift Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Probate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trust Administration

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Award of Merit for Outstanding Bar Section, 1985-1986

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026).

Locations

Jane C. Bergner's office in Washington

Jane's primary office is at 1750 K Street NW, Suite 1132, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1750 K Street NW, Suite 1132

Washington, District of Columbia 20006

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jane C. Bergner — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane'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; Jane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a tax attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

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 Jane

Jane 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. Jane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jane'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 Jane C. Bergner

  • How much does it cost to hire Jane for a tax case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jane offer a free consultation?

    Jane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Jane's current terms during booking.

  • How long do tax cases in District of Columbia 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. Jane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jane take my case if I'm outside Washington?

    Jane is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jane 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 Jane?

    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. Jane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jane accepting new tax clients right now?

    Jane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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