Mike Schlect

Mike Schlect is a seasoned tax consulting professional with over 17 years of experience, currently serving as the Private Wealth Tax Practice Leader for Deloitte in the Western United States. They specialize in estate, gift, and income tax planning for ultra-high-net-worth clients, leading a team of over 200 colleagues. Mike also holds the position of National Private Wealth Tax Controversy Leader, managing risk for clients in matters related to the IRS and state taxing authorities. They earned an LLM in Tax from New York University School of Law, a JD from Seattle University School of Law, and a BS in Economics from the University of Washington.