Testimonials
Robert Ryu (LLM Tax '25)
Deloitte, Business Tax, Global Information Reporting - Tax Consultant
"One of the most valuable aspects of Northwestern’s Tax LLM program was the opportunity to take a deep dive into areas of tax law I couldn’t fully explore during my J.D. studies.
The program offers an exceptional range of courses that helped me build meaningful expertise in corporate and international tax, private equity, and real estate transactions. The faculty were equally impressive—supportive, accessible, and deeply knowledgeable. They not only grounded us in the fundamentals of tax law but also pushed us to understand its practical implications in complex, real-world contexts. It was a rigorous, rewarding experience that gave me the confidence and tools to move forward in my tax career.”
Hugh Zehr (LLM Tax '25)
Foley & Lardner, Associate
"I enjoyed the breadth of the courses in the Tax Program Curriculum.
The program’s structure allowed me to gain experience in the core areas of tax law while also exploring other subjects I was interested in. A highlight of my experience in the Northwestern Tax LLM program was building relationships with my professors. All the faculty professors were very accessible and invested in my education and job search. All the adjunct professors I had were exceptional and provided expert knowledge on their respective fields in my elective courses."
Elizabeth Dengler (LLM Tax '21)
Judicial Clerk, Sixth Circuit Clerk and Jones Day - Associate (Columbus, OH)
"Among the many great aspects of the Northwestern Pritzker Law Tax LLM program, two stand out to me.
First, the professors. The professors' passion and enthusiasm for tax law makes class thoroughly engaging. The program centers around a rigorous and challenging course load with knowledgeable professors dedicated to ensuring students understand not only the law but also its application to hypothetical and real world tax problems. Second, the curriculum. The curriculum truly prepares graduates to embark on careers in tax law. The Northwestern Law program uniquely builds around four core tax areas. Among the many subsets of tax law, no one exists in a vacuum. The program prepares graduates to enter any subset of tax law with an understanding of how to solve big picture tax problems."
Hannah Sullivan (LLM Tax '21)
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
"I chose to attend Northwestern Pritzker Law's Tax Program because it is a top-ranking program with a comprehensive core curriculum and impressive faculty.
Most of all, I was interested in the collaborative experience that the Tax Program provides. I pursued an LLM in taxation with a specific career goal in mind. Before classes even started, my professors and advisers in the Career Strategy Center offered guidance that was instrumental in accomplishing my goal. This experience gave me confidence that the Tax Program was invested in students’ success after graduation, which made a valuable learning experience even more rewarding for me."
Soumya Sharma (LLM Tax '10)
Allen & Overy LLP
"The coursework in the Tax Program is extremely comprehensive and well-rounded.
As an M&A lawyer, it is crucial to understand tax law, and every course offered in the Program is applicable to the international spirit of today. The classes are modeled so that students critically analyze both hypothetical and actual cases. The professors do not feed you the law; they teach you how to apply the law and are very practical in their approach."
Olu Ayo Ishmael (LLM Tax '12)
Chapman and Cutler LLP
"The courses are not taught in a strictly lecture style where you passively take in information.
In class, you need to be able to support your analysis and understand the thought process behind various tax transactions. When I graduated from the Tax Program, I had a solid tax background that helped me keep up with the partners at my firm, and I refer to my notes and books I used in the Program on a regular basis."
Rana Salti (LLM Tax '07)
Adjunct Tax Professor at Northwestern Law
Kinship Trust Company LLC
"The Northwestern LLM Tax program provides the foundation for a successful career in tax law.
As a graduate of the program, I recognize that my degree has been critical to the development of my career. I have been thrilled to join its world class faculty to prepare students for rewarding careers in tax. The Northwestern LLM Tax program is a special community, and I'm honored to be a part of it."