Mark E. Berg

Mark E. Berg, International Tax Attorney in New York

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on International Tax, IRS, and Tax · 5.0/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews

Practicing international tax in New York since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
6 client reviews
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Mark E. Berg is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on International Tax, IRS, and Tax. Mark has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Feingold & Alpert, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Based in
New York, NY
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
International Tax · IRS · Tax
  • Handles International Tax, IRS, and Tax matters from New York, NY.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Mark E. Berg: Mark E. Berg is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on International Tax, IRS, and Tax. Mark has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Feingold & Alpert, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Mark takes on

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

International Tax cases in New York

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

IRS cases in New York

Mark takes irs matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in New York

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

Biography

Meet Mark E. Berg — international tax lawyer in New York

Mark E. Berg is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on International Tax, IRS, and Tax. Mark has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Feingold & Alpert, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

James Kent Scholar; Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar. Managing Editor, Columbia Journal of Law and Social Problems, 1983-1984. Law Clerk to Judge Theodore Tannenwald, Jr., U.S. Tax Court, 1984-1985. Author: "Tax Department Reads Taxpayer Residency Victory Narrowly," N.Y.L.J., Aug. 11, 2014; "New York's High Court Eases Residency Trap," 72 State Tax Notes 335, May 12, 2014; "Determining Which Taxes are Prohibited Direct Taxes After NFIB," 138 Tax Notes 205, Jan. 14, 2013; "Bar the Exit (Tax)!: Section 877A, The Constitutional Prohibition Against Unapportioned Direct Taxes and the Realization Requirement," 65 Tax Lawyer 181, Winter 2012; "Judicial Deference to Tax Regulations: A Reconsideration in Light of National Cable, Swallows Holding, and Other Developments," 61 Tax Lawyer 481, Winter 2008; "The Treatment of Partnerships, LLC's and S Corporations under Income Tax Treaties," 1 Business Entities 20, July/August 1999; Checking the Box: New Proposed Regulations Would Simplify Entity Classification and Afford Planning Opportunities", 8 Journal of S Corporation Taxation 195, Winter 1997; "The RRA '93 Relief for Workouts of Troubled Real Property Debt: Impact on S Corporations and Partnerships," 5 Journal of S Corporation Taxation 399, Spring 1994; "Resolving the Class Struggle: New Proposed One-Class-of-Stock Regulations," 3 Journal of S Corporation Taxation 267, Spring 1992; "Both a Borrower and a Lender Be: The New "Self-Charged" Interest Rules," 3 Journal of S Corporation Taxation 194, Winter 1992; Co-author: "New York Tax Rules May Reduce Corporate Loss Carryovers," N.Y.L.J., Dec. 12, 1991; "Whither the Branches?," 44 Tax Law Review 205, Winter 1989; "Losses and the Partner: Toward a Rational Basis Standard," 3 Journal of Partnership Taxation 195, Fall 1986. Co-Editor, International Taxation Department, Business Entities, 1998—. Pass-Through Entities Columnist, Journal of S Corporation Taxation, 1992-1998. Member, Board of Advisors, Journal of Limited Liability Companies, 1994-1998.

Working with Mark on a international tax matter

James Kent Scholar; Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar. Managing Editor, Columbia Journal of Law and Social Problems, 1983-1984. Law Clerk to Judge Theodore Tannenwald, Jr., U.S. Tax Court, 1984-1985. Author: "Tax Department Reads Taxpayer Residency Victory Narrowly," N.Y.L.J., Aug. 11, 2014; "New York's High Court Eases Residency Trap," 72 State Tax Notes 335, May 12, 2014; "Determining Which Taxes are…

Who Mark represents

Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for international tax, irs, and tax matters across New York.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Columbia University

    J.D. · 1984

  • Pennsylvania State University

    B.S. · 1981

Jurisdictions

Mark's state bar admissions

  • New York

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Tax Court

    1985 · ACTIVE

Mark studied at J.D. in Columbia University and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University.

Law school and academic background

Mark completed J.D. in Columbia University and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Mark's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The Association of the Bar of the City of New York (Member, Pass-Through Entities Committee) New York State (Member, Section on Taxation) and American (Member, Section on Taxation) Bar Associations

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Locations

Mark E. Berg's office in New York

Mark's primary office is at 3 Columbus Circle, 15th Floor, New York, NY, 10019. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Feingold & Alpert, L.L.P.

3 Columbus Circle, 15th Floor

New York, NY 10019

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Mark E. Berg — 5.0/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Mark. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing international tax attorneys in New York.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mark E. Berg — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a international tax attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many international 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 Mark

Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in international tax practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every international 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many international tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mark E. Berg

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

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

  • Does Mark offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do international tax cases in New York typically take?

    Simple international 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mark take my case if I'm outside New York?

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

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

  • Is Mark accepting new international tax clients right now?

    Mark'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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