The LITC has received a substantial boost in funding, doubling its budget to $400,000 with a $200,000 matching grant, allowing the clinic to expand its services

Karla E. Márquez ’23, a dedicated legal advocate, joins the Low Income Tax Clinic as a clinical fellow following a doubling of the clinic’s funding for the 2023-2024 school year.

Yesenia Carrillo, a rising 3L law student and daughter of immigrants, reflects on her transformative journey at the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC), emphasizing the importance of cultural competence and the potential of law to empower and uplift marginalized communities.

Retired Judge Henry Breithaupt brings his wealth of experience in tax law to the Lewis & Clark Law School’s Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC), providing valuable guidance and strategies to legal interns as they assist low to moderate-income taxpayers and educate them on tax management practices to prevent future controversies.

A LITC legal intern successfully resolved an American Opportunity Tax Credit tax controversy, eliminating the client’s approximately $2,000 tax deficiency and showcasing the existence of flexibility within tax law.

Victorious efforts: Low Income Taxpayer Clinic interns’ triumph in securing tax refunds highlights the challenges faced by ESL taxpayers and the clinic’s commitment to overcoming barriers.

Low Income Taxpayer Clinic director Professor Sarah Lora co-authors a book for the American Bar Association to provide guidance on tax and immigration issues.

Many incarcerated individuals did not receive their benefit. Students at the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic helped to resolve the issue.