Areas of Emphasis and Related Experience. With a background in tax planning for large corporate clients, Alia has broad experience in general corporate and tax matters. Her practice at the firm focuses on public finance, urban development law, and local government regulation. Alia works with special purpose districts, such as municipal utility districts and water control and improvement districts, both in the role of general counsel and bond counsel.
Education and Professional Background. University of Chicago, The Law School (J.D. 2002); University of Chicago, The College (B.A. 1999). Prior to joining the firm, Alia's practice focused on federal and international tax planning. Admitted to practice: Illinois, 2002; Texas, 2004.
Member. State Bar of Texas; Illinois State Bar Association; Association of Women Attorneys.