Gabriella Cole is a litigation and tax controversy attorney whose practice spans complex federal and state tax disputes, white-collar defense, and high-stakes commercial litigation. With nearly a decade of experience, she has built a reputation for aggressive, sophisticated advocacy on behalf of corporations and individuals navigating the most consequential legal challenges they will face.
In the tax arena, Gabriella represents clients at every stage of the dispute resolution process — from IRS audits through administrative appeals and into Tax Court litigation involving tens of millions of dollars at issue. Her tax controversy practice encompasses a broad range of complex matters, including conservation easements, the research and development tax credit, the employee retention credit, the 179D tax deduction, payroll tax disputes, civil fraud penalty cases, and private letter rulings. She has successfully guided clients ranging from large partnerships with hundreds of millions of dollars at issue to small businesses fighting for every dollar to which they are entitled.
Gabriella's litigation practice extends well beyond the tax context. She represents global and regional corporations in breach of contract disputes and handles a full range of white-collar matters, including wire fraud, corporate espionage, and sanctions-related proceedings. Her ability to navigate both the technical complexities of tax law and the demands of high-stakes litigation distinguishes her as a versatile and formidable advocate.
Beyond her client work, Gabriella is committed to building a more inclusive tax and legal profession. She is a founding member of the Atlanta Women in Tax Association, an organization she helped establish to bring greater diversity to the tax field and to provide meaningful mentorship and support for the next generation of practitioners.