NEW YORK (September 4, 2024) — Kostelanetz LLP has been recognized by International Tax Review/World Tax as a top-tier firm for tax controversy in the publication’s 2025 rankings guide. Additionally, four of the firm’s partners have been recognized as “Highly Regarded” tax controversy practitioners. Both the New York and Washington, D.C. offices are
Kostelanetz partner Megan L. Brackney has been selected Chair-Elect of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Taxation for 2025-2026. The election of new Officers and Council Directors was held on August 2, 2024, at the American Bar Association’s 2024 Annual meeting in Chicago. Megan’s term as Chair-Elect will
Caroline D. Ciraolo will moderate a panel titled “Bringing your client into compliance without coloring outside the lines” as part of the 5th Annual International Tax Conference hosted by the International Fiscal Association (IFA). The conference will take place virtually on September 10 & 11. Description: Your client failed to
Three Partners Also Named Leading Lawyers for High-Net-Worth Private Clients NEW YORK (July 22, 2024) — Kostelanetz LLP has been recognized by Chambers and Partners as a top-tier, Band 1 firm for high-net-worth private tax clients in its 2024 High Net Worth (HNW) Guide. In addition to the firm’s recognition, Megan L. Brackney, Bryan C. Skarlatos, and Caroline
On July 8, 2024, the ABA Sections of Taxation and Real Property, Trust and Estate submitted comments on the proposed regulations under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) §§ 643(i), 679, 6039F, 6048, and 6677 regarding transactions with foreign trusts and information reporting on transactions with foreign trusts and large foreign gifts.
Megan L. Brackney will present a webinar on “Ethics and Penalty Issues in International Tax Practice” at the June 18, 2024 International Tax Institute meeting. For full program details and registration information, please click here. CLE Credit in Ethics is available for this event.
By Ian Weinstock and Heather Fincher For nearly thirty years, taxpayers have been waiting for the IRS to issue regulations related to foreign trusts and foreign gifts. Since 1996, when Congress enacted a myriad of provisions to prevent tax avoidance through the use of foreign trusts and gifts, taxpayers have
On March 19, 2024, Don Fort will be moderating a law enforcement panel at the AML Partnership Forum with IRS-CI, HSI, and FBI officials. He will also be delivering the closing remarks on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. The event is taking place this year from March 18-20, 2024 at the
On April 12, 2024, Caroline D. Ciraolo will co-chair a session on cross-border criminal tax investigations during the 24th Annual U.S. and Europe Tax Practice Trends Conference hosted by the American Bar Association in Munich, Germany. Event Description Countries around the world are recognizing the value of cooperation and collaboration
On February 22, 2024, Kostelanetz LLP, AlixPartners, and the Bahamas Financial Services Board will host a seminar on “Financial Crime Enforcement Across Borders” for financial industry professionals in Nassau, Bahamas. Caroline D. Ciraolo and Jay R. Nanavati will be featured speakers. Panel topics will include: Bahamas Regulatory Update Cross-Border Criminal
