Caplin & Drysdale

Caplin & Drysdale is a boutique law firm focused on tax, tax controversy, and litigation, handling sophisticated, high-stakes matters for corporations, individuals, and nonprofit organisations. Founded in 1964, the firm operates from two offices, in Washington, D.C. and New York City, and concentrates on complex issues rather than routine work.

Its practice spans tax law, tax controversy, international tax, and tax disputes and litigation, including issues of first impression. Alongside the tax core, the firm advises on bankruptcy, complex litigation, political law, and private client matters for high-net-worth individuals. A dedicated exempt organisations group counsels foundations, public charities, and other nonprofits. Clients include multinational corporations, wealthy individuals, and charitable institutions.

The firm describes itself as a deliberately different kind of practice, placing weight on deep technical expertise and creative problem-solving, and characterises its environment as collegial and family-oriented. It has been recognised by Vault, U.S. News & World Report, and The Legal 500.

Caplin & Drysdale reports a long-standing commitment to diversity and inclusion, including historical advocacy for the first Black student at the University of Virginia School of Law and support for LGBTQ+ rights. Internal initiatives include a Talent Strategy Committee and the Caplin Cares community giving programme.