This panel discussed the rules protecting communications from disclosure, using real-world examples. The panelists also discussed hot topics and best practices. Panelists: Paul Butler, Kostelanetz & Fink, Washington, DC; Abbey Barber, Thompson Knight, Dallas, TX; Peter K. Reilly, Special Counsel, IRS Office of Associate Chief Counsel
Representatives of the IRS Local Taxpayer Advocate and the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance were available to help tax professionals with unresolved tax problems. Click here for more information
In part two of their interview, James Creech and Caroline Ciraolo discuss nationwide coordination of tax issues by the DOJ Tax Division, working in government, mentoring, and work-life balance. Click here for Podcast Click here for Part One
For years, wrongfully incarcerated individuals who received compensation for their time behind bars were required to pay income taxes on the settlements they received from government organizations responsible for their wrongful incarceration. Congress changed the law in 2015 to exempt exonerees from paying income taxes
NEW YORK (Jan. 06, 2020) — Kostelanetz & Fink is pleased to announce that Christopher M. Ferguson has been named a partner in the firm. Mr. Ferguson joined Kostelanetz & Fink’s New York office in 2003 and is a key member of K&F’s team with
In part one of a two-part interview, James Creech and Caroline Ciraolo discuss working at a tax controversies law firm, involvement in the Tax Section, and the Department of Justice Swiss Bank Program. Click here for Podcast Click here for Part Two
Common errors include neglecting to report all taxable income or valuable deductions and credits Even with the increasingly widespread use of sophisticated tax-preparation software, it’s easy to make costly errors, omissions or both. In the dazzlingly complex world of income taxes, however, amending a return
Bryan C. Skarlatos participated on the panel “The Continuing Role of the Fifth Amendment Protections in Tax Enforcement” at the 36th Annual National Institute on Criminal Tax Fraud/9th Annual National Institute on Tax Controversy in Las Vegas, NV. The Fifth Amendment continues to be vital
The Top 100 Most Influential People – The thought leaders and change-makers who are shaping accounting One million tax practitioners: That’s how many Sid Kess has taught, and it would be enough to justify his influence — but beyond being the pre-eminent educator in the
The tax law is complicated and the right answer is not always clear. How sure do you have to be before you can tell a client it is okay to take a deduction, exclude income or characterize income as capital gain? Can you accept what
