Procopio’s Swenson to receive V. Judson Klein Award
September 16, 2014
San Diego, CA – Procopio is proud to announce that Senior Counsel Eric D. Swenson has been named the 2014 recipient of the prestigious V. Judson Klein Award by the Taxation Section of The State Bar of California. He will accept the award on Saturday, November 8, 2014, at the Annual Meeting of the California Tax Bar and California Tax Policy Conference awards luncheon in Coronado, CA.
Established in 1978, the award is named after the first Chair of the Taxation Section. Klein was known for his keen and imaginative intellect, passion for the law, great personal integrity and legal professionalism. The award is given annually to a tax attorney who has demonstrated this same high level of professionalism, passion, and excellence in the tax law field, according to the Taxation Section. Recipients are selected by the Executive Committee of the Taxation Section.
“We are very proud that Eric has been recognized by the California tax law community for his knowledge, enthusiasm and professionalism in the practice of tax law,” said Procopio’s managing partner Tom Turner. “Judson Klein was an inspiration to many, and as we congratulate Eric for achieving this well-deserved and prestigious recognition, we also take a moment to honor Judson’s memory and recognize him for all that he did for our profession.”
Eric’s practice encompasses both tax controversy and tax planning. Included in his broad tax practice, he has represented corporations, partnerships, nonprofits, and individuals in federal, state, and local tax disputes including audits, appeals, and litigation before and against the Internal Revenue Service, CA Franchise Tax Board, CA Employment Development Department, CA Board of Equalization, San Diego County Assessor, and other state taxing authorities.
About Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP
With more than 140 attorneys in San Diego, Del Mar, Silicon Valley, Austin and Phoenix, Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP is one of the largest business law firms in California. We are a regional law firm with an international network that gives us the ability to serve clients’ interests throughout the world. Procopio is dedicated to understanding the businesses and industries of clients and collaborating with them to develop tailored strategies. We advise companies at every stage in the corporate life cycle, helping them to plan, finance and operate their businesses. Our success has been derived from our commitment to clients and our ability to maximize the value we provide to them. Our goal is to continue building long-term relationships with clients through a steady, team-oriented approach. For additional information, please visit www.procopio.com.
Established in 1978, the award is named after the first Chair of the Taxation Section. Klein was known for his keen and imaginative intellect, passion for the law, great personal integrity and legal professionalism. The award is given annually to a tax attorney who has demonstrated this same high level of professionalism, passion, and excellence in the tax law field, according to the Taxation Section. Recipients are selected by the Executive Committee of the Taxation Section.
“We are very proud that Eric has been recognized by the California tax law community for his knowledge, enthusiasm and professionalism in the practice of tax law,” said Procopio’s managing partner Tom Turner. “Judson Klein was an inspiration to many, and as we congratulate Eric for achieving this well-deserved and prestigious recognition, we also take a moment to honor Judson’s memory and recognize him for all that he did for our profession.”
Eric’s practice encompasses both tax controversy and tax planning. Included in his broad tax practice, he has represented corporations, partnerships, nonprofits, and individuals in federal, state, and local tax disputes including audits, appeals, and litigation before and against the Internal Revenue Service, CA Franchise Tax Board, CA Employment Development Department, CA Board of Equalization, San Diego County Assessor, and other state taxing authorities.
About Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP
With more than 140 attorneys in San Diego, Del Mar, Silicon Valley, Austin and Phoenix, Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP is one of the largest business law firms in California. We are a regional law firm with an international network that gives us the ability to serve clients’ interests throughout the world. Procopio is dedicated to understanding the businesses and industries of clients and collaborating with them to develop tailored strategies. We advise companies at every stage in the corporate life cycle, helping them to plan, finance and operate their businesses. Our success has been derived from our commitment to clients and our ability to maximize the value we provide to them. Our goal is to continue building long-term relationships with clients through a steady, team-oriented approach. For additional information, please visit www.procopio.com.