As a paralegal, Annette brings more than two decades of experience supporting complex litigation and ensuring every detail is handled with precision. Her background with the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, including its Strategic Litigation division, reflects her deep technical expertise and commitment to excellence in every matter she assists with.
For more than 20 years, Annette served as a paralegal for the IRS Office of Chief Counsel. Most recently, Annette was a paralegal for that agency’s “Strategic Litigation” division, which handled the agency’s most important litigation. In that role, she coordinated many facets of conservation easement litigation support and was routinely sought after for her attention to detail, her strong work ethic, and her ability to identify problems and suggest solutions.
During her tenure with the IRS, Annette was honored with many accolades for her outstanding work, including Paralegal of the Year in 2013 for exceptional coordination, national awards for the contributions she made to trial teams, and many awards recognizing her special acts going above and beyond. Annette is widely known for her strategic mindset, results-driven approach, pursuit of technical expertise, precision, and integrity.
Annette holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Northern Illinois University and a Paralegal Certificate from Roosevelt University. Annette actively contributes to professional organizations such as the Illinois Paralegal Association and is a member of the Project Management Institute.
As a paralegal at K. Tyson Law, Annette supports the firm’s attorneys and clients with exceptional organization, precision, and care and ensures every matter is managed efficiently and every detail handled with accuracy and professionalism.
Paralegal of the Year in 2013 for exceptional coordination of a trial involving over 30 witnesses and extensive exhibit preparation.
Client award by the IRS Director of Heavy Manufacturing and Pharmaceuticals, Large Business & International Division recognizing significant individual contributions and consistently providing high-quality legal advice and representation in the controversy process.
Received annual performance awards and three National Trial Team Awards for exceptional case presentation and team collaboration.
Department of Justice Tax Division Honorary Award (2004)
Special Act Award (2019, 2001)
Illinois Paralegal Association, 2011 – Present
Project Management Institute (PMI), 2024 – Present
Business and Career Services, Inc., American Job Center, Job Fair Volunteer
NIU Nexus Alumni Volunteer Community, Volunteer Ambassador
Northern Illinois University, Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
Roosevelt University, Paralegal Certificate