Prof. Dr. Markus Rübenstahl

Competent in complex tax matters, but communication could improve

I engaged Prof. Dr. Markus Rübenstahl of Rübenstahl Rechtsanwälte during a stressful IRS audit that escalated into a potential criminal tax investigation. His recognized expertise in Criminal Tax Practice was immediately apparent. He provided a thorough analysis of my situation, leveraging his nearly a decade of experience, and his dual recognition in both Tax Law and Criminal Defense was reassuring given the high stakes. The strategy he developed was sound and ultimately helped me reach a settlement, avoiding the worst outcomes. However, my experience was a mixed bag. While his legal acumen is solid, practical aspects of client service were merely adequate. Responses to emails were often delayed by several business days, which increased my anxiety during critical phases. There were also instances where complex legal jargon wasn't fully broken down, leaving me to seek clarification. For straightforward procedural steps, I sometimes felt the level of detail and personal attention was less than I expected given his profile. In summary, Prof. Dr. Rübenstahl is a knowledgeable attorney who can handle complex Seattle-area tax issues, but you should be prepared to manage expectations around communication timelines and proactively ask questions to stay fully informed.