Rabeh Soofi is the founder and Managing Attorney of Axis. Read Full Biography

Samuel Rosen focuses his legal practice on complex tax matters, with an emphasis on federal tax law, international tax structuring, and estate and gift tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and multinational clients. Known for his technical precision and strategic tax analysis, Samuel counsels clients on a broad range of issues, including entity structuring, inbound and outbound investment tax planning, FATCA and FBAR compliance, and advanced estate planning techniques involving GRATs, IDGTs, and charitable giving structures.

Samuel earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, where he graduated with honors and served on the Hastings Law Journal. He went on to earn an LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law, widely regarded as the nation’s top tax program. He is recognized as a Certified Tax Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and is admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court.

His practice includes advising U.S. citizens and residents on the tax consequences of cross-border transactions, expatriation under IRC §877A, and pre-immigration tax planning. He also assists clients with IRS audits, offshore disclosure programs, and private foundation formation and compliance.

Representative Matters:

– International Tax Planning: Structured the foreign ownership of a U.S. real estate portfolio through blocker entities and treaty-based planning to minimize exposure to FIRPTA and effectively manage withholding obligations.

– High-Net-Worth Estate Structuring: Created a comprehensive estate plan for a client with more than $150 million in assets, incorporating a series of grantor and non-grantor trusts to reduce estate tax exposure and protect generational wealth.

– IRS Controversy: Represented a tech entrepreneur in a complex audit involving equity compensation and international holdings; secured significant reductions in proposed penalties and a favorable closing agreement.

– Expatriation and Exit Tax Compliance: Guided multiple clients through the legal and tax implications of expatriation, including preparation of Form 8854, analysis of mark-to-market gains, and planning for covered expatriate classification.

– Nonprofit and Foundation Work: Formed and obtained tax-exempt status for a family-run charitable foundation, advising on governance, self-dealing rules, and compliance with IRC §4940–4945.

Samuel is a member of the American Bar Association’s Section of Taxation and the International Fiscal Association, and he frequently collaborates with financial advisors, CPAs, and fiduciaries in implementing tax strategies aligned with his clients’ long-term goals.

Leah Abramovich is  known for her strategic advocacy, precision in legal analysis, and results-oriented approach to  complex disputes.  She is also the HR Director of Axis Legal Counsel.

Ms. Abramovich earned her Juris Doctor from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where she served on the Moot Court Honor Society. She graduated with honors from Yeshiva University with a concentration in Political Science and Legal Studies.

Li Wei Chen is a skilled paralegal whose work focuses on cross-border business transactions and international matters involving Chinese entities. With a deep understanding of both Western and Chinese legal and business frameworks, he plays a critical role in facilitating transactions, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance for clients operating between the United States and China. His fluency in Mandarin and Cantonese, combined with his legal education and bicultural insight, enables him to serve as a vital bridge for clients navigating international operations and cross-jurisdictional risk.

Li Wei holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Tsinghua University in Beijing, one of China’s most prestigious institutions, where he concentrated on international business law. After relocating to the United States, he completed his Paralegal Studies certification at California State University, where he was recognized for academic excellence in legal writing and corporate law.

In his practice, Li Wei assists attorneys and clients in preparing due diligence reports, reviewing and translating legal documents, supporting entity formation and compliance filings, and coordinating with Chinese regulatory agencies and counterparties. His work supports a range of matters including foreign direct investment, trademark protection and enforcement in China, export compliance, cross-border M&A, and corporate governance.

Representative Matters:

– Supported counsel in the acquisition of a U.S.-based e-commerce company by a publicly traded Chinese conglomerate, preparing bilingual documentation and facilitating cross-border escrow compliance.

– Assisted in the formation and structuring of multiple WFOEs (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprises) for American clients expanding operations into mainland China, ensuring compliance with PRC regulations and SAFE registration protocols.

– Played a key role in the preparation and translation of evidence in a cross-border arbitration matter involving a distribution agreement dispute before the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre.

– Helped coordinate the trademark registration and enforcement strategy for a California cosmetics brand expanding into China, including translation and coordination with CNIPA and local counsel.

– Supported litigation counsel in a complex commercial dispute involving a breach of a cross-border supply agreement, including document review, translation of Chinese-language contracts, and preparation of declarations under penalty of perjury for evidentiary use in U.S. court.

Alexa Quintero is a junior at Boston University, studying Business Administration, with a concentration in Law, and minoring in Psychology. After completing her undergraduate degree she has hopes to attend Law School and focus on Entertainment Law.

Carlos Mendoza earned his MBA from the University of Miami, following a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the Universidad de Guadalajara. He holds a Paralegal Studies certification from Santa Monica College and is fluent in Spanish. Carlos brings strong research skills and a detail-oriented approach to his role as a paralegal.

Emily Cohen is a marketing strategist with over ten years of experience in legal marketing. She graduated from the St. Mary’s College with a degree in Marketing. Her work leverages both digital and traditional marketing methods to enhance visibility and drive client engagement.

Axis works with an extended network of attorneys and practice area specialists in both legal and non-legal fields, such as tax, accounting, and others, to provide practice-focused advice when needed during the course of a client engagement.  Learn More about our Of Counsel.