Tax policy

Robert H. Wellen, Distinguished Tax Expert and IRS Official, Returns to Ivins, Phillips & Barker

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ivins, Phillips & Barker (IPB) warmly welcomes Robert H. Wellen, who returns to the firm as a partner in its Washington, DC office.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ivins, Phillips & Barker (IPB) warmly welcomes Robert H. Wellen, who returns to the firm as a partner in its Washington, DC office.
  • Most recently, Wellen held the position of IRS Associate Chief Counsel (Corporate) for almost eight years.
  • His distinguished career has been marked by significant contributions to tax law in both private practice and government service.
  • With them, IPB is the only law or accounting firm to have two former heads of the IRS corporate tax team.

Eric Solomon, Esteemed Tax Authority, Joins Ivins, Phillips & Barker

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Monday, May 8, 2023

Solomon brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to IPB, having most recently served as a Partner and then Senior Counsel at Steptoe & Johnson LLP, where he focused on transactional tax, tax policy, and tax controversy issues.

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  • Solomon brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to IPB, having most recently served as a Partner and then Senior Counsel at Steptoe & Johnson LLP, where he focused on transactional tax, tax policy, and tax controversy issues.
  • He was Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy, the highest tax policy position in the Treasury, from 2006 to 2009.
  • Eric Fox, Managing Partner of IPB, expressed enthusiasm about Solomon's arrival, stating, "We are excited to welcome Eric to our firm.
  • "IPB's team sets the bar high, with its deep understanding of tax law and reputation for unmatched client service."

KPMG LLP APPOINTS DANIELLE ROLFES TO LEAD ITS WASHINGTON NATIONAL TAX PRACTICE

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Monday, May 1, 2023

NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Danielle Rolfes has been named partner-in-charge of the Washington National Tax (WNT) practice of KPMG LLP, the audit, tax and advisory firm.

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  • NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Danielle Rolfes has been named partner-in-charge of the Washington National Tax (WNT) practice of KPMG LLP, the audit, tax and advisory firm.
  • Rolfes also assumes the role of Tax Policy Lead for the Americas.
  • In overseeing WNT, Danielle will lead a team of tax technical professionals and will serve as the lead tax technical resource for the firm and its clients.
  • Prior to joining KPMG, she served as International Tax Counsel at the US Department of Treasury's Office of Tax Policy.

Deloitte's Washington National Tax Practice Names Capitol Hill Tax and Policy Veteran Anna Taylor as Deputy Managing Principal of Tax Policy Group

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Monday, January 9, 2023

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte announced today that Anna Taylor — former tax and economic policy principal advisor to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) — has joined Deloitte's Washington National Tax practice as the deputy managing principal of the Tax Policy Group. With nearly two decades of Capitol Hill experience, Taylor has a keen understanding of current legislative dynamics, as well as factors and barriers to legislative success.

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  • With nearly two decades of Capitol Hill experience, Taylor has a keen understanding of current legislative dynamics, as well as factors and barriers to legislative success.
  • "Deloitte's capabilities will be enhanced now that Anna Taylor has joined our team as the deputy managing principal of the Tax Policy Group," said Banks Edwards , managing partner, Washington National Tax, Deloitte Tax LLP.
  • "Anna's experience and perspective will provide our clients with timely insights into the tax policy making process on Capitol Hill.
  • "While 2023 promises a divided government, tax policy will not be dormant," commented Jon Traub , managing principal, Tax Policy, Washington National Tax, Deloitte Tax LLP.

Andersen Welcomes Roger Pillow to US National Tax Practice

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Friday, November 18, 2022

Andersen announces the addition of Managing Director Roger Pillow to the US National Tax (USNT) practice in the Washington, D.C. office.

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  • Andersen announces the addition of Managing Director Roger Pillow to the US National Tax (USNT) practice in the Washington, D.C. office.
  • Roger is another great addition to our growing transactions practice, said Ellen MacNeil, Managing Director of US National Tax for Andersen.
  • Prior to joining Andersen, Roger was Senior Counsel in the Office of Tax Policy for the United States Department of Treasury where he was responsible for tax policy matters regarding pass-through entities.
  • Andersen is the founding member of Andersen Global , an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax and legal professionals around the world.

AICPA Endorses Bipartisan, Bicameral Congressional Letter to IRS that Urges Action to Address Backlog Ahead of 2023 Tax Year

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

As it stands, the backlog of unprocessed mail, returns and adjustments at the IRS has reached a critical stage that is adversely impacting taxpayers and tax practitioners.

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  • As it stands, the backlog of unprocessed mail, returns and adjustments at the IRS has reached a critical stage that is adversely impacting taxpayers and tax practitioners.
  • The letter provided proactive steps the IRS could take to reduce the potential for another disruptive and chaotic filing season.
  • Additionally, the IRS must improve its recruitment and retention efforts to adequately address the backlog and increase levels of taxpayer service.
  • The two letters deliver similar messages to the IRS: Take steps now to reduce the backlog and improve service to taxpayers and practitioners ahead of the 2023 tax season.

Jason Yen joins EY Americas International Tax and Transaction Services team

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

WASHINGTON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP ( EY US ) today announced thatJason Yen has joined the EY US Tax practice as a principal on the International Tax and Transaction Services (ITTS) team.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP ( EY US ) today announced thatJason Yen has joined the EY US Tax practice as a principal on the International Tax and Transaction Services (ITTS) team.
  • Prior to EY US, Yen was Associate International Tax Counsel in the Treasury Department's Office of Tax Policy.
  • "Jason's insights will be invaluable to the Americas Tax Services teams and their clients," said Marna Ricker , EY Americas Vice Chair of Tax Services.
  • "His in-depth tax knowledge will help us serve EY clients in this dynamic global environment."

Leah Robinson Joins the Michigan Chamber as Director of Tax Policy & Legislative Affairs

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Friday, September 10, 2021

LANSING, Mich., Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Michigan Chamber announces the appointment of Leah Robinson as Director of Tax Policy & Legislative Affairs.

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  • LANSING, Mich., Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Michigan Chamber announces the appointment of Leah Robinson as Director of Tax Policy & Legislative Affairs.
  • "We are excited to welcome Leah to our team," said Wendy Block, Vice President of Business Advocacy and Member Engagement for the Michigan Chamber.
  • "I am honored to have the opportunity to work with the Chamber to help ensure free enterprise and promote job competitiveness in Michigan," said Leah Robinson, Director of Tax Policy & Legislative Affairs for the Michigan Chamber.
  • Robinson comes to the Michigan Chamber with expertise on wide-ranging policy initiatives after working in Washington DC and serving in the Michigan House of Representatives as a legislative director and policy advisor.

Sovos Issues 2021 Sales and Use Tax Annual Report, "The Continuing Evolution of Sales Tax"

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

BOSTON, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global tax software provider Sovos today issued its annual Sales and Use Tax report, " The Continuing Evolution of Sales Tax ," which focuses on regulatory trends, enforcement and technology as businesses try to solve sales tax and nexus issues in an increasingly complex tax environment.

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  • BOSTON, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global tax software provider Sovos today issued its annual Sales and Use Tax report, " The Continuing Evolution of Sales Tax ," which focuses on regulatory trends, enforcement and technology as businesses try to solve sales tax and nexus issues in an increasingly complex tax environment.
  • With the onslaught of new tax laws and procedural changes, businesses have had to reexamine their own internal processes for sales tax compliance.
  • "Businesses have or are quickly coming to the realization that the trend in sales tax toward increased complexity is not going to reverse itself," said Terry Melnik, GM, sales and use tax, Sovos.
  • Download your complimentary copy of " The Continuing Evolution of Sales Tax " for the latest tax regulation changes affecting business.

Highlights - New Study on “Harmful Tax Practices within the EU” - Subcommittee on Tax Matters

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

A new study on Harmful Tax Practices within the EU identifies seven tax measures, which may potentially lead to harmful tax competition in the EU and puts forward a set of recommendations for EU policy solutions.

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  • A new study on Harmful Tax Practices within the EU identifies seven tax measures, which may potentially lead to harmful tax competition in the EU and puts forward a set of recommendations for EU policy solutions.
  • The study was prepared by the Policy Department for Economic, Scientific and Quality of Life Policies at the request of the FISC Subcommittee.
  • Its purpose is to provide a tool for understanding the phenomenon of harmful tax competition within the EU, as well as making an in-depth assessment and proposing solutions.
  • The FISC Subcommittee currently prepares an own-initiative report on "Reforming the EU policy on harmful tax practices".