Tax Controversy Forum-Agenda

The NYU Tax Controversy Forum brings together representatives from the government and expert private practitioners to compare perspectives on a broad range of topics involving federal tax audits, appeals, and litigation. Coverage encompasses the entire scope of controversy work, from anticipating and planning for the examination of a return through resolution of unagreed issues. Senior government representatives discuss current audit and enforcement priorities.

A panel of expert tax litigators and a U.S. Tax Court judge address when a case should be settled or taken to Tax Court. Another panel analyzes and suggests changes in the current IRS voluntary disclosure policy. Other distinguished practitioners from both the private and public sectors outline strategies for handling IRS audits and appeals conferences as well as tax collection activity and assertions of privilege.