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Jennifer Kowal is a Managing Director and Senior Income Tax Strategist at IEQ Capital, where she works with clients to develop comprehensive wealth strategies that integrate tax planning, executive compensation, and estate planning considerations. With over 25 years of experience, she brings a deep technical expertise and a thoughtful, client-focused approach to advising high-net-worth individuals and families.
Prior to joining IEQ Capital, Ms. Kowal served as a Vice President and Banker at J.P. Morgan Private Bank, where she guided clients through complex financial decisions and developed tailored wealth strategies. Previously, she was the Director of the Graduate Tax Program at Loyola Law School for two decades, where she taught and mentored professionals on advanced tax planning. Earlier in her career, Ms. Kowal was Deputy Director of the International Tax Program at Harvard Law School and practiced law at Irell & Manella LLP and Ropes & Gray LLP, specializing in the taxation of business transactions, cross-border structures, partnerships, and corporate entities.
Ms. Kowal is actively involved in her community, serving on the Advancement and Finance Committees of the Caltech Y and as a member of the Professional Advisors Committee of the Pasadena Community Foundation.
Ms. Kowal holds a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Los Angeles School of Law, where she was a member of the Order of the Coif, and a Bachelor of Science in Business and Accounting from the University of Kansas.
Ms. Kowal resides in South Pasadena, where she enjoys running, spending time with family and friends, and reading contemporary literature.
It is important to remember that IEQ and its employees do not provide tax, legal, or other advice. Clients should consult with their legal and tax advisors regarding their personal circumstances.