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Ismael Sarah

@ismaelsarah

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Licensed attorney specializing in tax, estate, and regulatory compliance with advocacy experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role providing substantive tax, estate, or regulatory legal work where I can advocate for clients, perform deep research, and contribute to a collaborative team with opportunities for growth.

I am a licensed attorney admitted to the State Bar of Texas (2022) with experience advising businesses, nonprofits, and individuals on tax compliance, credits, audits, and regulatory disputes. At McGehee Law LLC I conducted in-depth federal and state legal research, represented clients before the IRS and state agencies, and leveraged case-management software to streamline operations.

I have practical client advocacy experience from clinical work and independent practice: as a student attorney I prepared parole briefs and clemency materials that contributed to client relief, and in independent limited-scope practice I handled trademark research, estate-planning documents, and property-related matters. I also participated in pro bono IRS initiatives to resolve federal tax controversies.

I deliver clear, client-focused counsel, balance remote independent work with collaborative team communication, and travel as needed for client and professional engagements. I prioritize practical solutions, thorough research, and effective representation across tax, estate, and regulatory matters.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Independent Attorney

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Independent Legal Work

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Provide limited-scope legal services including trademark research and filing support, property and lease issue analysis, and preparation/review of estate-planning documents for individual and business clients.

Trade Mark Searches Estate Planning Property Law Legal Writing Client Communication document preparation

Associate Attorney

McGehee Law LLC

Sep 2022 - Feb 2025 (2 years 5 months)

Advised businesses, nonprofits, and individuals on tax compliance, credits, and audits; represented clients before the IRS and state agencies and conducted in-depth legal research to resolve federal tax controversies.

Tax Law Legal Research Clio Compliance

Student Attorney

LSU Parole Assistance and Re-entry Clinic

Aug 2020 - May 2022 (1 year 9 months)

Prepared clients for parole hearings and authored briefs and clemency materials that contributed to successful parole outcomes and clemency applications.

Legal Research Brief Writing Clemency Applications

Law Clerk

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett LLC

Jun 2021 - Aug 2021 (2 months)

Researched insurance defense, transportation liability, and maritime law matters and drafted motions and memoranda including a Motion for Summary Judgment and supporting briefs.

Legal Research Research Memoranda Litigation Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University

Juris Doctor / Doctor of Civil Law, Law

Grade: GPA: 3.388; Rank 39/193

Activities and societies: Dean’s Tuition Scholarship; Dean’s Scholar Award (Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Spring 2022); CALI Excellence for the Future Awards

J.D./D.C.L. completed with a 3.388 GPA, awarded multiple academic honors and CALI awards in disability law, advanced legal research, and clinic practicum.

Louisiana State University

Bachelor of Arts, International Studies; Religious Studies

Grade: GPA: 4.13

Activities and societies: University Medalist; President’s Honor Roll; Tiger Athletic Fund Scholarship Award

Completed dual B.A. degrees in International Studies (Middle East focus) and Religious Studies with a minor in Arabic; graduated as University Medalist with a 4.13 GPA.