Nic R. Russell

Nic R. Russell is a partner at Rogers & Russell who advises individuals and small businesses in Pleasant Grove and throughout Utah. His practice includes business formation, tax matters, bankruptcy, estate planning, and probate. Russell helps clients choose practical legal structures, address tax obligations, protect assets, and prepare for future transitions. He works closely with each client to develop customized strategies based on the client’s financial circumstances, business goals, and family needs.

Russell earned an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Washington School of Law in 2014. He received his J.D. cum laude from Creighton University School of Law in 2013 and a B.A. in English from the University of Utah in 2008. His advanced tax education and legal training enable him to interpret complex tax rules, evaluate financial risks, and provide clear guidance on business, estate, and debt-related matters.

Russell has extensive experience representing clients before the Internal Revenue Service and state taxing authorities. He assists with resolving substantial tax debts, negotiating repayment arrangements, and addressing other tax controversies. His work also includes guiding entrepreneurs through business formation, helping individuals and families create estate plans, and advising clients facing overwhelming debt or bankruptcy concerns. He is admitted to practice in Utah state courts and several federal courts, including the United States Tax Court.

Nic R. Russell is known for providing individualized attention and practical planning rather than applying the same approach to every matter. His understanding of the tax code helps him coordinate business planning, estate planning, probate, and debt resolution. By combining technical tax knowledge with direct communication and careful analysis, Russell helps clients make informed decisions, reduce legal and financial uncertainty, and develop solutions suited to their long-term objectives.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Rogers and Russell, PLLC
• Member, Utah Bar Association

Licensed State

• Utah

Education

• University of Washington School of Law
  LLM in Taxation
• Creighton University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude
• University of Utah
  BA in English

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