Derek Wheeler joins Andreozzi Bluestein LLP from the Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP). At VLP, he was the Qualified Tax Expert as part of VLP’s Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic, providing representation to clients with federal tax disputes. Furthermore, he coordinated income tax based outreach and educational activities throughout Western New York. He received his J.D. from Syracuse University, focusing his studies on tax law. He received his B.A. in Public Affairs from Wells College. Derek spends his free time volunteering for Westside International Soccer Club in the city of Buffalo, coaching youth soccer.

Licenses/Admissions

• New York
• United States Tax Court

Academic Degrees

• J.D., Syracuse University College of Law
• B.A., Wells College

Professional Affiliations

• American Bar Association, Tax Section
• NYSBA, Tax Section
• Bar Association of Erie County