Every attorney will face tax issues at some point. Whether its learning to recognize these issues or simply to educate oneself about the workings of the IRS and the DOR, attendees will leave with a working knowledge of basic tax practice.
This program is designed to familiarize attorneys with tax issues faced by low-wage families with tax controversies however, the core principles discussed equally apply to higher income taxpayers and small business. Emphasis will be placed on collection options and defenses, particularly with regard to the IRS and DOR collection process. The panel will also analyze hypothetical situations based on actual cases, for additional and practical advice.
We strongly encourage attorneys interested in taking pro bono tax cases to attend this training. Many low-wage taxpayers face the IRS on their own. An attorney can make all the difference in expediently resolving the taxpayers issue, keeping the IRS in check, and increasing access to justice.
Specific Topics
I. The IRS Collection Process
- Assessment
- Critical statutes of limitations
- How to handle liens and/or levies
- Collection alternatives
II. Joint returns (spousal) defenses
III. IRS and DOR Refund Claims, including claims for unclaimed tax credits
If you intend to take a course for CLE credit, please make sure your state is listed in the "Accreditation" section to the upper right of the program description. Accreditation displayed is unique to the purchased program format (live conference, live webcast, on demand, podcast). Credit totals listed for live conferences are the maximum credits available. Credits issued will be based upon actual time in attendance. Credit totals for other formats are for complete programs. Partial credit is not available for any online or downloadable format.
West LegalEdcenter will not provide accreditation for states not listed.
This product is intended for individual use by the named purchaser. Group viewings for online programs may be arranged for five or more attorneys within the same organization prior to viewing by emailing west.wlec-sales@thomson.com.
