Andres Vallejo

In the bustling legal landscape of Walnut Creek, California, at Vallejo Antolin Agarwal Kanter LLP, stands Andres Vallejo, an attorney whose journey through the intricate world of tax litigation spans over two decades. More than just a legal professional, he is a seasoned navigator in the often-turbulent waters of state and local tax (SALT) controversies, skillfully guiding his clients to resolution through both negotiation and litigation. He doesn't just practice law; he crafts solutions.

Mr. Vallejo's deep understanding of franchise and income taxes, sales and use taxes and excise taxes, tobacco, property, gross receipts and insurance taxes, positions him as a versatile advocate for his clients. He adeptly tackles constitutional issues, from interstate commerce discrimination to apportionment and nexus, ensuring his clients receive not just representation, but a robust defense of their rights.

Academically, Mr. Vallejo's journey began with a B.S. summa cum laude from the University of California, Riverside, in 1996, followed by a J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law in 1999. During his time at law school, he contributed as an associate editor of the California Law Review, laying the foundation for his illustrious career. His legal journey commenced as a summer associate at an international law firm, where he joined the SALT group as an associate in September 1999, eventually rising to the rank of equity partner by January 2008. In February 2017, he transitioned to a global law firm, joining their SALT group as an equity partner, a role he held until January 2021 when he embarked on a new venture, co-founding Vallejo Antolin Agarwal Kanter LLP.

Renowned nationally as a leader in the SALT field, Mr. Vallejo is a sought-after speaker on SALT issues, sharing his insights and knowledge through various articles in esteemed publications such as State Tax Notes and Tax Management Multistate Tax Report. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, with accolades in legal publications like Legal 500, where clients praise him as "a very bright individual, technically savvy and with a high moral standing."