Melissa Hilty, JD, LLM

Melissa Hilty is a Senior Tax Advisor at Evergreen Gavekal, where she works with the firm’s wealth advisors to develop strategic tax plans for Family Office clients, focusing on tax optimization and risk mitigation. She is knowledgeable about regulatory IRS developments and keeps the team informed of any changes that may impact their clients.

Melissa collaborates closely with Evergreen Gavekal’s tax division, Evergreen Sterling Kuder*, facilitating seamless communication and coordination for their shared clients.

Melissa worked for 16 years as a tax attorney for the Internal Revenue Service. Among other roles, she held the positions of Special Trial Attorney and Associate Area Counsel. She litigated the Service’s most significant tax cases, advised revenue agents during audits, and managed attorneys in the Large Business and International Division. Melissa is a two-time recipient of the National “Outstanding Litigator” award and has presented on topics involving technical tax issues and litigation skills.

Melissa earned a L.L.M. in Taxation from University of Washington, her J.D. from Gonzaga University School of Law (Summa Cum Laude), and her B.S. in Accounting from Portland State University.

*Evergreen Sterling Kuder is a separate entity, which is majority owned by Evergreen Gavekal.