Jason Sandoval

Overview

Jason Sandoval is an associate in the Tax Group in Crowell & Moring’s Washington, D.C. office, where he provides strategic counsel to clients on employee benefits and executive compensation matters. Jason’s experience ensures client compliance with complex laws and regulations, including the Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, MHPAEA, No Surprises Act, Public Health Service Act, and the Affordable Care Act.

Before joining Crowell in 2024, Jason served as an attorney-advisor at the IRS, Office of Chief Counsel. His role involved drafting key health and welfare regulations and guidance, including those related to COBRA, fixed indemnity insurance, preventive services under the ACA, and welfare benefit funds. His deep regulatory experience positions him as a valuable asset for clients facing intricate compliance challenges.

Jason earned his Juris Doctor and Master of Laws in tax law from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, where he was recognized for academic excellence. His undergraduate background in economics and business administration complements his legal knowledge, offering clients a well-rounded perspective on their financial and regulatory issues.

In addition to his legal experience, Jason has a keen understanding of assessing and collecting withdrawal liability, having worked as an operations accountant at one of the nation’s largest multiemployer pension funds. Jason is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support and ensuring that his clients navigate the complexities of tax and employee benefits law with confidence.

Career & Education

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Department of the Treasury
Attorney-Advisor, IRS, Office of Chief Counsel, 2020–2024
Department of the Treasury
Law Clerk, IRS, Office of Chief Counsel, Health and Welfare Branch and Qualified Plans Branch, 2019
- Department of the Treasury
  Attorney-Advisor, IRS, Office of Chief Counsel, 2020–2024
- Department of the Treasury
  Law Clerk, IRS, Office of Chief Counsel, Health and Welfare Branch and Qualified Plans Branch, 2019
Illinois State University, 2013
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, J.D., 2020
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, LL.M., 2020
- Illinois State University, 2013
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, J.D., 2020
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, LL.M., 2020
Illinois
District of Columbia
- Illinois
- District of Columbia
Economics Advisory Board, Illinois State University, 2024

Illinois State Bar Association
- Economics Advisory Board, Illinois State University, 2024
- Illinois State Bar Association