James Nguyen is CRAGSI's Vice President, Tax Strategies. He advises clients on tax and finance related matters, including mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions; business entity structuring and restructuring; executive compensation; NOL harvesting and tax planning. James also focuses on runway extension and creditor negotiations.

James has 4+ years of experience specializing in tax strategy and corporate advisory services. His expertise spans complex tax planning, corporate restructuring, and strategic financial advisory for companies across various stages of development and distress situations.

He brings a comprehensive understanding of both tax and financial frameworks that are critical for companies navigating complex transactions and restructuring scenarios. His background combines practical business experience with specialized tax expertise, making him particularly valuable for clients requiring sophisticated tax strategies during periods of organizational change.

Before joining CRAGSI, James spent over two years as an Associate at Rutan & Tucker, LLP in Irvine, California, where he developed expertise in corporate advisory and tax strategy services. Prior to that, he served as an Associate in People Advisory Services-Rewards at EY in Los Angeles. His early career included diverse experience through roles at Andersen Tax, the United States Attorneys' Offices, and the Orange County District Attorney's office.

James earned a Juris Doctor and an LLM in Taxation, both from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of California, Riverside.