John Pontius

John Pontius is the founder and principal attorney of Pontius Tax Law, PLLC, a law firm specializing in tax controversies and international tax matters.12 Here are some key details about John Pontius:

Background and Education

John Pontius received his bachelor's degree in economics from Gettysburg College, followed by a law degree from Widener University Commonwealth Law School. He further enhanced his expertise by obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) degree in taxation from Georgetown University Law Center.3

Professional Experience

• Founded Pontius Tax Law, PLLC in December 2017, with offices in Washington DC, Vienna VA, and Rockville MD.24
• Previously worked at tax controversy firms in Maryland and in the international corporate tax group of KPMG.2
• Served as a Judge Advocate in the U.S. Army at the beginning of his legal career.2

Areas of Expertise

John Pontius specializes in resolving complex tax issues for individuals and businesses, including:

• FBAR examinations and offshore disclosures
• FATCA compliance
• Tax planning for domestic and international clients
• Resolving unfiled tax returns
• Release of tax liens and levies
• Trust fund recovery penalty cases
• IRS and state audit examinations
• Appeals and penalty abatement
• U.S. Tax Court litigation
• Defense against tax fraud and evasion charges24

Accolades and Professional Memberships

• Selected as a Maryland Rising Star in Tax by Super Lawyers from 2015 to 2020
• Named a Washington DC Rising Star in Tax by Super Lawyers from 2018 to 2020
• Included in Bethesda Magazine's Top Attorney lists in 2019 and 2021
• Holds an Avvo rating of 10/10
• Member of the Tax Council of the Maryland State Bar Association
• Vice Chair of the State and Local Tax Committee for the DC Bar24

John Pontius is licensed to practice in Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland, as well as before the U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Courts for the District of Columbia and Maryland.4