Michael Desmond, 48th Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), was featured on The Litigator's Edge Podcast in this episode. In a compelling converation with host Aniket Sawant, Desmond offered an insider's perspective on shaping tax policy at the highest levels of government. He reflected on his tenure as the 48th Chief Counsel of the IRS, where he helped steer the implementation of landmark legislation, including the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and critical COVID-19 relief packages. The discussion explored his transition from public service to advising clients in the private sector, his commitment to pragmatic solutions in complex policy environments, and the mentors and experiences that defined his distinguished career.