Melissa Wiley appeared on Becker Accounting’s podcast, Tax News Now, “Mastering IRS Challenges: Strategies for Advocacy, Tools, and Communication.” The episode is hosted by Mark Gallegos, Tax Partner at Porte Brown.
In the episode, Melissa and Mark share their insights on contemporary tax topics and the uncertainties that tax professionals face at the close of 2025. They explore the ways that practitioners can strengthen relationships with their clients and drive future revenue regardless of how tax enforcement changes. Melissa advises practitioners to contact a tax lawyer if their clients receive letters of determination and they are unfamiliar with tax controversy. Melissa says, “Protecting the client’s rights and making sure that everything that is available to them stays available within the time frame is critically important.”
Continuing education credit is available by purchasing access to this episode. You can listen to and watch Melissa’s episode 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.
