Simon focuses his practice on complex tax matters relating to private investment funds, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), cross-border transactions and other business activities.

Prior to joining Akin, Simon worked for the California Franchise Tax Board in the Multistate Bureau. He also completed legal internships at the Colorado Supreme Court and the Enforcement Division of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Simon holds an LL.M. from New York University School of Law. He received his J.D. and B.A. from the University of Colorado.