Aaron Kriss

Partner

 Driving tax-efficient strategies and practical solutions for your business success. Aaron Kriss is the chair of the Corporate Department and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee.  On a daily basis, Aaron heads Gesmer Updegrove’s tax practice, providing strategic counsel on the tax aspects of transactions at the corporate and founder levels. With extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, financings, and international deals, Aaron ensures tax efficiency aligns seamlessly with client business objectives.  Aaron also works extensively with private companies and founders on issues surrounding incentive equity grants and compensation.  His pragmatic approach emphasizes practical solutions tailored to his clients’ specific needs. 

 Driving tax-efficient strategies and practical solutions for your business success. Aaron Kriss is the chair of the Corporate Department and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee.  On a daily basis, Aaron heads Gesmer Updegrove’s tax practice, providing strategic counsel on the tax aspects of transactions at the corporate and founder levels. With extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, financings, and international deals, Aaron ensures tax efficiency aligns seamlessly with client business objectives.  Aaron also works extensively with private companies and founders on issues surrounding incentive equity grants and compensation.  His pragmatic approach emphasizes practical solutions tailored to his clients’ specific needs. 

Background & Experience

Experience

Aaron is a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Miami.  Prior to joining Gesmer Updegrove, Aaron worked at Day Pitney LLP and Withers Bergman LLP.  

 Aaron resides in Connecticut with his wife and three children. He works primarily out of Gesmer Updegrove’s Boston office while also serving clients throughout southern New England and the New York area.

Boards and Committees

Current

Executive Committee at Gesmer Updegrove LLP, member

DEI Committee at Gesmer Updegrove LLP, member

 

Education/Training

  • University of Miami, B.B.A., 2004
  • University of Virginia, J.D., 2011

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Memberships

  • American Bar Association
  • Connecticut Bar Association – Tax Section, Executive Committee
  • New York Bar Association
  • International Fiscal Association
  • Exit Planning Association (XPX)

Admissions

  • New York
  • Connecticut
  • Massachusetts
Awards & Accolades
2022 New England Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers Rising Star

2021 New England Super Lawyers
2020 New England Super Lawyers
Awards & Accolades
2022 New England Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers Rising Star

2021 New England Super Lawyers
2020 New England Super Lawyers