Russell Schneidewind

Russell Schneidewind has extensive legal and tax expertise, serving as Principal at H&R Block since November 2011, where responsibilities include team leadership, tax research, and platform development. Prior to H&R Block, Russell held various legal positions, including In-House Counsel at Sprint, where legal documentation and real property negotiations were key duties. Experience also includes roles at Mitchell, Kristl & Lieber, PC, and Northland Legal Services, focusing on litigation and bankruptcy law. Russell's academic background includes a Master of Laws in Tax Law from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law and a Juris Doctor from Washburn University School of Law, complemented by dual bachelor's degrees in Communication and Media Studies as well as Accounting and Finance.