Overview

Pierce advises partnerships, corporations, and individuals on the federal income tax aspects of complex domestic and cross-border transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, reorganizations, and private equity. He also represents taxpayers in tax controversies involving complex domestic and international business transactions. During law school, Pierce completed a judicial internship in the chambers of Judge Patrick J. Urda of the United States Tax Court.

Credentials

Education

  • Harvard Law School, J.D., magna cum laude, 2025 (Articles Editor, Harvard Journal of Law & Public Policy: Per Curiam)
  • Baylor University, summa cum laude, 2021

Admissions

  • Texas
News & Achievements

Deals & Cases

Vinson & Elkins Advises Pacolet Milliken on Acquisition of Georgia Renewable Power

Vinson & Elkins advised Pacolet Milliken, LLC, a sustainability-focused, family-owned investment firm, in connection with the execution of definitive agreements …

October 8, 2026

October 8, 2026 • 1-minute read