Dr. Alex Marcellesi

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Biography

Alex Marcellesi is an Adjunct Professor of Law at New York University School of Law, where he brings a wealth of practical experience to his teaching. As a senior manager in EY's National Tax Department, he specializes in advising multinationals, investment funds, and investors on partnership and Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) tax matters. His particular expertise lies in the taxation of foreign investment and U.S. real estate, particularly concerning how these taxes affect foreign governments and investors. Before joining EY, Alex served as a tax associate at Gibson Dunn, where he honed his skills in tax law. His course, Advanced International Tax: Inbound, provides an in-depth examination of U.S. tax rules applicable to foreign persons investing in the U.S., including topics such as U.S. taxation of foreign investors in U.S. real estate and debt instruments. The course emphasizes practical, hands-on learning, aiming to equip students with the ability to provide sound tax advice to clients.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Manager

— Present

EY • New York, NY

Advises multinationals, investment funds, and investors on partnership and REIT tax matters.

Tax Associate

— Present

Gibson Dunn •

Worked on various tax-related legal matters.

Courses

Advanced International Tax: Inbound

Requirements for New York University School of Law

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:7.5
Reading
Required:7.5
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
First degree in law (JD or LLB) from an ABA-approved school or a foreign equivalent.
Application Checklist
  • Online application via LSAC
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Class Rank Statement
  • Recommendation Letter(s)
  • English Proficiency Test Score (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

The Master of Laws (LLM) is a general degree. Applicants from the 'Department of Law' typically enroll in the general LLM or one of the specialized LLM programs.