On Tax Ariel Greenblum of Tax Notes Federal
Nov 12, 2024
Ariel Greenblum, the Editor in Chief of Tax Notes Federal, dives deep into the world of tax journalism. She shares how her passion for economics and tax law paved her career path from law student to editor. Ariel reflects on her 12-year journey, the importance of communication in the editorial process, and the balance between precision and clarity in legal writing. Additionally, she discusses the invaluable role of personal connections in advancing one’s career while also highlighting the joys of family life and shared adventures.
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Discovery of Tax Passion
- Ariel Greenblum discovered her passion for tax law taking a tax class her second year of law school at the University of Florida.
- She was fascinated by the concept of allocation and how tax law often relates to economics.
Early Tax Experience
- Ariel worked at a small estate and trust planning firm in Florida the summer after her first tax class.
- She also took a second tax class on estates and trusts that deepened her interest in tax law.
Choosing Geography Over Firm Growth
- Ariel joined RSM McGladrey's national tax practice after law school in DC but worked out of Gaithersburg, Maryland.
- She chose not to move to Minneapolis when offered, preferring to stay in the DC area despite the career implications.