Dr. David Duff

Professor

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Biography

David G. Duff is a Professor of Law at the Peter Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia, specializing in tax law and policy. He directs the Tax LLM program and has a strong background in corporate international taxation and environmental taxation. David's academic journey includes degrees from Queen's University, York University, the University of Toronto, and Harvard University. Before joining UBC Law in 2009, he was a faculty member at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and worked as a tax associate at Stikeman Elliott in Toronto. His research contributions are notable, with multiple articles published on tax law policies, and he is the primary author of significant textbooks in Canadian tax law. David has served as a member of the Canadian Tax Foundation and the International Fiscal Association, and he has been a visiting scholar at various prestigious institutions globally. His extensive research and teaching reflect his commitment to examining tax laws aimed at addressing inequalities in income and wealth distribution.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Peter Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Teaches and conducts research in tax law and policy.

Faculty Member

— Present

University of Toronto Faculty of Law • Toronto, ON, Canada

Engaged in teaching and scholarly activities in the field of law.

Tax Associate

— Present

Stikeman Elliott • Toronto, ON, Canada

Worked on corporate tax matters.

Researcher

— Present

Ontario Fair Tax Commission • Ontario, Canada

Conducted research on tax policy.

Tax Policy Analyst

— Present

Ontario Ministry of Finance • Ontario, Canada

Analyzed and developed tax policies.

Courses

Fundamental Concepts of Tax Law (Law 561) Taxation (Law 407/506) Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders (Law 408/562) Taxation of Partnerships (Law 409/563) International Taxation (Law 410/565)

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.