Butler McDonald is a boutique law firm in Metairie, Louisiana, helping businesses and individuals navigate litigation, business transactions, tax matters, and IRS disputes. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options, and develop the right legal strategy for your goals.
John founded Butler McDonald in 2008 as a one-attorney tax defense firm. Over fourteen years, he has personally handled thousands of cases from individual IRS disputes to complex matters for Fortune 500 financial institutions. A national chess champion and Tulane Law graduate, John approaches every client matter with the same strategic precision that defined his chess career.
"Defending my clients is like playing chess on paper."
Butler McDonald began in 2008 as the Law Office of John Butler defending tax payers against the IRS. The firm has changed throughout the years into a full service firm for businesses and individuals. The managing partner, David McDonald, joined in 2020 after a long career in civil litigation. He now oversees the management of the entire firm and uses his 20 years of experience to oversee the various heads of departments here at Butler McDonald. The firm has continued to grow over the years, adding experienced associates building their own practice areas within the firm.
Butler McDonald began in 2008 as the Law Office of John Butler defending tax payers against the IRS. The firm has changed throughout the years into a full service firm for businesses and individuals. The managing partner, David McDonald, joined in 2020 after a long career in civil litigation. He now oversees the management of the entire firm and uses his 20 years of experience to oversee the various heads of departments here at Butler McDonald. The firm has continued to grow over the years, adding experienced associates building their own practice areas within the firm.
At Butler McDonald, we represent businesses and individuals in tax controversies, corporate
transactions, estate and succession matters, and commercial litigation across Louisiana and the
United States.
The approach here at Butler McDonald focuses on collaboration and creativity. Our team of talented attorneys and professionals are ready to assist and support your goals.
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