Boston Bar Association
Conference Center
16 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108

Sponsored by the BBA Tax Section.

Reduced registration if you agree to take a pro bono case with Greater Boston Legal Services!

Why attend?

Through an extensive overview of topics ranging from a look at the new and “modernized” IRS to practice in front of the United States Tax Court, this panel will provide a thorough introduction to those who are new to tax practice but interested in pursuing tax controversy work, and a comprehensive review for long-time practitioners in tax controversy work. The seminar will highlight Due Process and Innocent Spouse claims to equip attorneys to use these doctrines timely and effectively for their clients.

What will be covered?

• Structure of the IRS
• Audits/Exams/Reconsiderations/Appeals
• Collections (Due Process and alternatives to collection: Offer in Compromise; Non-Collectible Status; Bankruptcy)
• Claims for Refund Suits
• Innocent Spouse claims (and distinguished from Injured Spouse claims)
• Common tax credits (Child Tax Credit, Earned Income Credit, Child and Dependent Care Credit, Credit for the Elderly or Disabled)
• Practice in United States Tax Court
• Ethical Duties and Responsibilities under Circular 230

Presenters

Robert M. Finkel, Esq.
Moderator and Co-Chair
Morse, Barnes-Brown & Pendleton, P.C.

Jennifer Smith Mitchelson, Esq.
Rubin & Rudman LLP

Peter Golemme, Esq.
Law Offices of Peter Golemme

Marvis A. Knospe, Esq.
Internal Revenue Service
Large and Mid-Size Business Division, Boston

Luz Arevalo, Esq.
Co-Chair
Greater Boston Legal Services

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