Karla M. Nettleton

Tax attorney Karla Nettleton is a collaborative legal adviser to a variety of clients on a full range of matters, including tax controversy, litigation and planning. Her practice primarily focuses on federal and state income tax matters. In addition, she represents clients in sales and use tax, property tax, room tax and excise tax matters.

She excels in finding creative ways to negotiate favorable settlements and handle litigation to minimize tax assessments. She also advises on strategic tax planning to minimize exposure to non-compliance risks. Karla’s accounting background and experience working in the tax industry make her an effective adviser. Before joining Reinhart, Karla worked as a tax consultant for a Big Four accounting firm and interned in the IRS Office of Chief Counsel.

She is an experienced litigator, having appeared before the Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission, U.S. Tax Court and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Her clients, who range from private individuals to mid-market manufacturers to Fortune 500 companies, benefit from her forthright, informed approach. She’s proactive in sharing tax updates and finding practical solutions that allow clients to move forward with the maximum benefit.