Introductory Pro Bono Training on IRS Collection Division Representation

Topics:
  • Community Organization
  • Taxation
  • Continuing Legal Education Program (CLE)

Sponsor(s): Center for Economic Progress - Tax Clinic
Date: 10/31/2013
Time: 12:00PM - 01:00PM
Location: Chicago Bar Association 321 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL 60604
Speakers: Robert A. McKenzie, Of Counsel, Arnstein & Lehr LLP

Introduction to IRS Collection Division Representation: During the past couple of years there has been a jump in IRS enforced collection actions. This class will discuss the methods the IRS is using in this new enforcement environment. Because of the increased IRS enforcement representatives need a wide array of skills to protect their clients. This class is for the less experienced IRS collection representative. At this program you will learn:
•New IRS collection priorities and procedures;
•How to represent taxpayers with income tax liabilities;
•The latest ways to conquer IRS barriers to offers in compromise; and
•The newest IRS initiatives and the best way to protect your client.

Participants will earn 1 hour of CLE credit for participating in this training, which will be offered both in-person and via live webcast. To learn more about this program or to register for it, please contact Jane Zhao at jzhao@economicprogress.org.