New York, New York — Miranda Stewart, an accomplished tax lawyer, recently shared that pursuing a career in tax law was never her childhood dream. While reflecting on her journey, she stated that few individuals aim to become tax specialists, despite the passion that some, including herself, might develop in the field.
Currently serving as the director of NYU Law’s International Tax Program, Stewart is in her three-year term as a visiting professor. She has made substantial contributions to the field, having authored or edited 12 books focused on various aspects of tax law, including the implications of taxes on government finances and the dynamics of international tax systems.
Stewart hails from Melbourne, Australia, and spent part of her childhood in Hong Kong. Her academic path began at the University of Sydney, where she studied law and mathematics, supported by a scholarship from the Australian Taxation Office. After obtaining her degree, she worked with the Taxation Office on developing policies for corporate taxation. This experience spurred her interest in tax law, leading her to practice as a solicitor at Arthur Robinson & Hedderwicks, where she provided guidance to major corporations on tax matters.
Encouraged by a mentor, Stewart pursued the International Tax Program at NYU Law and graduated with her LLM in 1998. She returned to the university shortly after, serving as an acting assistant professor in the Graduate Tax Program for nearly two years.
Stewart has since returned to Australia, where she held a tenured position at the University of Melbourne Law School. Additionally, she directed the Tax and Transfer Policy Institute at the Crawford School of Public Policy at the Australian National University and is recognized as an honorary professor there. She later returned to Melbourne Law School to head the tax law research program within the Melbourne Centre of Commercial Law. In 2024, Stewart took on the role of visiting scholar at the Australian Treasury, where she provided insights on governmental tax policy.
Her scholarly work examines various topics in taxation, including venture capital incentives, the intersection of tax and environmental issues, and the effects of taxation on aging populations. In her recent publication, “Tax and Government in the 21st Century,” she explores the intricate ways in which taxes help fund government budgets and how they interact with families, businesses, and charitable organizations.
A significant portion of Stewart’s research addresses the relationship between taxation and gender. She is particularly focused on how tax systems can disproportionately impact lower-income individuals, especially women engaged in caregiving roles or low-wage jobs. “While some tax structures may appear neutral, they can actually lead to inequitable taxation that overburdens women’s labor market contributions,” she explained.
Liam Murphy, an esteemed law professor at NYU, expressed enthusiasm about Stewart’s return. He recalled being impressed by her expertise and commitment to justice in taxation during her previous tenure 25 years ago.
As she resumes her position at NYU Law, Stewart is eager to reconnect with the vibrant academic community. She fondly recalls her time as a student and junior faculty member, emphasizing the rich contributions from students and visiting speakers. The bustling energy of New York City also draws her, as she relishes being in an environment where so many individuals are pursuing their ambitions.
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