Eric Ciazza brings a unique blend of analytical expertise and client-focused service to his legal practice. The son of a diplomat and the grandson of a policeman, he has inherited key qualities from both influences, giving him a deep intellectual curiosity, exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong sense of purpose and determination to help and protect others. Coupled with his academic background in economics and early career as a CPA, Eric possesses a keen understanding of the business implications of legal decisions, allowing him to provide practical, results-oriented counsel to his clients.

Corporate/Business Transactions and Taxation
Over half of Eric’s practice is divided between corporate and business transactions and tax matters associated with the transactions, estate planning, and corporate, partnership and individual income tax issues. He leverages his strong business acumen, based in part on his past CPA experience, to assist clients with a wide range of corporate and transactional issues, including business formation and restructuring, contract negotiations and business sales and acquisitions. He has a particular niche in guiding physicians, often with dermatology practices, in practice sales, primarily to private equity backed roll-ups.  In Eric’s transactional work and in all of his tax engagements (for businesses, estates and trusts and individuals), he considers after-tax results to help his clients achieve higher net returns both for themselves and, where possible, their families.

Estate Planning
Approximately forty percent of Eric’s practice is dedicated to Estate Planning, where he works closely with clients to create comprehensive, tailored strategies that address their specific needs and goals. He deftly navigates complex estate and trust matters to customize each client’s plan to their unique circumstances, including coordination with their business and investment goals. Eric’s approach combines his legal expertise with a nuanced understanding of finances, enabling him to provide effective solutions that reduce risk and increase long-term security for clients and their families.

Eric’s ability to integrate his diverse practice areas allows him to offer a holistic approach to client matters.

Particularly proud of the lasting relationships he has developed with many clients, including several multi-generational families, he draws great satisfaction from helping clients navigate important decisions and protect their legacy for future generations. The intellectual challenge of reviewing complex materials and distilling them into actionable, results-driven advice is a core part of what motivates him.

Eric earned his J.D. cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law and is licensed to practice law in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Prior to his legal career, he worked as an auditor and tax manager at large regional public accounting firms.

Eric is an active member of the Bar Associations of Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. He was recognized as a 2025 Top Attorney by Bethesda Magazine.

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Articles

• Co-authored, “FTC’S Ban on Non-Compete Agreements: The Impact on Employers,” SelzerGurvitch.com, April 29, 2024
• Co-authored, “Corporate Transparency Act – Update,” SelzerGurvitch.com, February 27, 2024
• Co-authored, “New Law on Corporate Transparency Could Affect Your Business,” SelzerGurvitch.com, November 21, 2023
• Co-authored, “5 Important Tax Provisions You Should Know About,” com, February 13, 2023; SelzerGurvitch.com, February 1, 2023