Melissa Wiley will present two programs at the 50th AICPA & CIMA National Tax Conference taking place at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., on November 17-18, 2025. Melissa is also a member of the planning committee for the AICPA National Tax Conference.

Continuing education credits and virtual attendance options are available.

Monday, November 17, 2025, 9:55 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Eastern

Dealing With The IRS In The Current Era

This session will guide practitioners on how to work effectively with the IRS after recent reductions in the agency’s workforce, changes in leadership, funding cuts, and shifts in the agency’s priorities. Melissa will be joined by Mary Slonina of KPMG.

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 11:20 a.m. to 12:35 p.m. Eastern

Working Effectively with the Taxpayer Advocate Service

This session will provide attendees with a deeper understanding of the Taxpayer Advocate Service’s (TAS) role within the IRS, how to best advocate for clients using TAS, and how to identify the criteria that make TAS more likely to accept a case referral. Melissa will be joined by Rochelle Hodes of Crowe LLP.

You can learn more about the conference and register here.

About Melissa

With more than 20 years of experience in tax law, Melissa has represented a diverse range of clients, from large corporations to high-net-worth individuals, in complex disputes with federal and state taxing authorities. Known for her calm, empathetic style, Melissa excels at distilling intricate tax issues into clear, actionable insights — helping her clients efficiently resolve disputes and focus on what matters most in their businesses and lives.