About

Marcus is a distinguished tax assessment challenge attorney renowned for his expertise in navigating complex tax disputes and advocating for fair assessments. Marcus has established himself as a leading authority in tax assessment challenges, representing clients ranging from Publicly traded corporations to individual taxpayers.

Professional Experience:

Marcus began his legal career as an associate at a prestigious Buffalo law firm Wolfgang & Weinmann specializing in property tax law. His early work involved assisting in tax litigation and research, where he quickly demonstrated an aptitude for understanding complex tax regulations and challenging unfair tax assessments.

In 2024, Marcus founded his own practice with a mission to provide dedicated representation for clients facing tax assessment issues. Under his leadership, the firm has become known for its rigorous approach and successful track record in overturning erroneous tax assessments and achieving favorable settlements for clients.

Education:

Marcus pursued his undergraduate studies in Economics at the University at Buffalo, where he graduated first in his class. Driven by a passion for legal advocacy, Marcus went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from SUNY Buffalo Law where he was a member of the Law Review.

Notable Achievements:

• Successfully represented a major real estate developer in a landmark property tax dispute, resulting in a significant reduction in assessed property value and tax liability.
• Achieved a notable victory for a small business client facing an excessive assessment, leading to significant property tax refunds.
• Many successful Tax Certiorari verdicts after trial in NYS Supreme Court utilizing expert appraisal witnesses.

Community Involvement:

Marcus is committed to giving back to the community and regularly volunteers his time to provide pro bono legal services to low-income individuals facing property tax-related issues. He also mentors young lawyers and law students interested in property tax law, sharing his expertise and guiding them through their career development.

Personal Life:

Outside of his professional endeavors, Marcus enjoys traveling with his wife and two daughters, exploring new cuisines, and sailing. He is an avid reader of historical nonfiction and finds relaxation in hiking the trails around Chestnut Ridge.

Marcus R. Catlin’s dedication to his clients and his passion for tax law have earned him a reputation as one of the most respected tax assessment challenge attorneys in the field. His continued commitment to excellence ensures that he remains at the forefront of tax law advocacy.

Marcus is a distinguished tax assessment challenge attorney renowned for his expertise in navigating complex tax disputes and advocating for fair assessments. Marcus has established himself as a leading authority in tax assessment challenges, representing clients ranging from Publicly traded corporations to individual taxpayers.

Professional Experience:

Marcus began his legal career as an associate at a prestigious Buffalo law firm Wolfgang & Weinmann specializing in property tax law. His early work involved assisting in tax litigation and research, where he quickly demonstrated an aptitude for understanding complex tax regulations and challenging unfair tax assessments.

In 2024, Marcus founded his own practice with a mission to provide dedicated representation for clients facing tax assessment issues. Under his leadership, the firm has become known for its rigorous approach and successful track record in overturning erroneous tax assessments and achieving favorable settlements for clients.

Education:

Marcus pursued his undergraduate studies in Economics at the University at Buffalo, where he graduated first in his class. Driven by a passion for legal advocacy, Marcus went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from SUNY Buffalo Law where he was a member of the Law Review.

Notable Achievements:

• Successfully represented a major real estate developer in a landmark property tax dispute, resulting in a significant reduction in assessed property value and tax liability.
• Achieved a notable victory for a small business client facing an excessive assessment, leading to significant property tax refunds.
• Many successful Tax Certiorari verdicts after trial in NYS Supreme Court utilizing expert appraisal witnesses.

Community Involvement:

Marcus is committed to giving back to the community and regularly volunteers his time to provide pro bono legal services to low-income individuals facing property tax-related issues. He also mentors young lawyers and law students interested in property tax law, sharing his expertise and guiding them through their career development.

Personal Life:

Outside of his professional endeavors, Marcus enjoys traveling with his wife and two daughters, exploring new cuisines, and sailing. He is an avid reader of historical nonfiction and finds relaxation in hiking the trails around Chestnut Ridge.

Marcus R. Catlin’s dedication to his clients and his passion for tax law have earned him a reputation as one of the most respected tax assessment challenge attorneys in the field. His continued commitment to excellence ensures that he remains at the forefront of tax law advocacy.