Description

The recently enacted Taxpayer First Act places increased emphasis on the independence of the IRS Appeals organization (Appeals). This session will evaluate the Act’s specific impact on Appeals settlement practices and policies. The session will also analyze the range of Appeals programs and policies that present specific challenges and opportunities for taxpayers. Additionally participants will increase their ability to evaluate individual appeals options by gaining insight into the resources and infrastructure that support Appeals.

Learning Objectives:

• Evaluate the Taxpayer First Act’s specific impact on Appeals settlement practices and policies.
• Analyze the Appeals programs and policies for taxpayer challenges and opportunities.
• Identify the resources and infrastructure that support Appeals.

Speaker(s):

• Michael P. Dolan, J.D., National Director, KPMG LLP
• Andrew Keyso, J.D., Deputy Chief, Appeals, Internal Revenue Service