KPMG’s Eve Elgin to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Coping with Section 6694 - Tax Preparer Penalties
New York, NY, October 13, 2009 --(PR.com)-- The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Evelyn Elgin, Principal, National Tax Office, KPMG LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Coping with Section 6694 - Tax Preparer Penalties”. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, November 12, 2009, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. (For further details of the event and an updated list of panelists, please visit: http://www.knowledgecongress.org/event_2009_S_6694.html)
Event Synopsis
New penalty rules for tax return preparers pose significant challenges for tax practitioners and their clients. There often is a great amount of uncertainty about what is a “tax shelter” and when and how to disclose return positions. Practitioners also must wrestle with how to conduct proper due diligence, understand the standards of conduct necessary to avoid 6694 penalties and determine when to rely on information provided by clients or third parties. If this weren’t enough, what else may lie ahead?
The Knowledge Group has assembled a panel of experts to help tax practitioners understand these concerns. In addition, this Live webcast will feature a bonus segment on estate and gift tax issues. Join this webcast by clicking on the “Register” button below. Advanced registration is recommended as space is limited. Register today to guarantee you a space at this must attend webcast.
About Evelyn Elgin
Eve is a principal in the Practice, Procedure and Administration group in KPMG’s Washington National Tax practice. She is responsible for assisting clients in resolving complex practice and procedural issues, with a focus on tax opinions, tax penalties, and reportable transactions. She was instrumental in designing and implementing the firm’s electronic systems and policies for complying with federal and state registration and list maintenance laws concerning reportable transactions.
Eve previously served as an attorney with the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Tax Policy. While at Treasury, Eve worked closely with key Treasury and IRS officials in drafting regulations and other guidance on taxpayer and preparer penalties, tax practitioner standards, relief from missed elections, and tax issues concerning insolvent financial institutions. She also worked with the Administration and Congress in formulating legislation on a wide range of tax compliance and taxpayer rights initiatives. At Treasury and as she transitioned back to the private sector, Eve also teamed with the US Agency for International Development and the Harvard Institute for International Development to assist the Lithuanian Ministry of Finance in drafting corporate and individual income tax laws as Lithuania emerged from Soviet rule into an independent republic.
Before joining Treasury, Eve practiced tax law with the law firm of Chadbourne & Parke in New York City and Washington, DC, where she concentrated in the energy and leasing sectors. Previously, she practiced corporate and securities law with the law firm of Sage Gray Todd & Sims in New York City.
Eve also taught ethics and professional responsibility in tax practice for lawyers and accountants with the Georgetown University Law Center’s graduate tax law program for several years.
Professional Associations
• AICPA Tax Executive Committee
• Former Chair, AICPA Responsibilities in Tax Practice Committee
• Former Vice Chair, ABA Standards of Tax Practice Committee
Education, Licenses & Certifications
• AB, Wellesley College
• JD, University of Virginia School of Law
• LLM, New York University School of Law
Publications and Speaking Engagements
• Eve has been a frequent speaker before industry groups and professional organizations, including the AICPA, the American Bar Association, and the Federal Bar Association.
• “IRS Announces Procedures for Tax Return Preparer Penalties,” Tax Adviser (June 2009)
• “IRS Toughens Stance on Penalties for Late-Filed Form 5471,” co-authored with Kris Schlaman, Tax Notes International (November 10, 2008)
• “Swallows Decision Renews Questions about Judicial Deference to Tax Regulations,” Tax Adviser (June 2008)
• “Circular 230: Final Amendments Reflect a Balanced Approach,” Journal of Tax Practice and Procedure (February-March 2008)
• “Access to Information: You May Get What You Ask For (or Not),” Tax Notes (January 7, 2008)
About KPMG LLP
KPMG LLP, the audit, tax and advisory firm (www.us.kpmg.com), is the U.S. member firm of KPMG International. KPMG International’s member firms have 137,000 professionals, including more than 7,600 partners, in 144 countries.
About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series
The Knowledge Congress is a series of live webcasts produced by The Knowledge Group, LLC, which examine trends, regulatory, and technology changes across a variety of industries. “We bring together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour webcast that study the impact of changing regulations and help businesses succeed through proper regulatory compliance.” To contact or to register to an event, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org
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Event Synopsis
New penalty rules for tax return preparers pose significant challenges for tax practitioners and their clients. There often is a great amount of uncertainty about what is a “tax shelter” and when and how to disclose return positions. Practitioners also must wrestle with how to conduct proper due diligence, understand the standards of conduct necessary to avoid 6694 penalties and determine when to rely on information provided by clients or third parties. If this weren’t enough, what else may lie ahead?
The Knowledge Group has assembled a panel of experts to help tax practitioners understand these concerns. In addition, this Live webcast will feature a bonus segment on estate and gift tax issues. Join this webcast by clicking on the “Register” button below. Advanced registration is recommended as space is limited. Register today to guarantee you a space at this must attend webcast.
About Evelyn Elgin
Eve is a principal in the Practice, Procedure and Administration group in KPMG’s Washington National Tax practice. She is responsible for assisting clients in resolving complex practice and procedural issues, with a focus on tax opinions, tax penalties, and reportable transactions. She was instrumental in designing and implementing the firm’s electronic systems and policies for complying with federal and state registration and list maintenance laws concerning reportable transactions.
Eve previously served as an attorney with the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Tax Policy. While at Treasury, Eve worked closely with key Treasury and IRS officials in drafting regulations and other guidance on taxpayer and preparer penalties, tax practitioner standards, relief from missed elections, and tax issues concerning insolvent financial institutions. She also worked with the Administration and Congress in formulating legislation on a wide range of tax compliance and taxpayer rights initiatives. At Treasury and as she transitioned back to the private sector, Eve also teamed with the US Agency for International Development and the Harvard Institute for International Development to assist the Lithuanian Ministry of Finance in drafting corporate and individual income tax laws as Lithuania emerged from Soviet rule into an independent republic.
Before joining Treasury, Eve practiced tax law with the law firm of Chadbourne & Parke in New York City and Washington, DC, where she concentrated in the energy and leasing sectors. Previously, she practiced corporate and securities law with the law firm of Sage Gray Todd & Sims in New York City.
Eve also taught ethics and professional responsibility in tax practice for lawyers and accountants with the Georgetown University Law Center’s graduate tax law program for several years.
Professional Associations
• AICPA Tax Executive Committee
• Former Chair, AICPA Responsibilities in Tax Practice Committee
• Former Vice Chair, ABA Standards of Tax Practice Committee
Education, Licenses & Certifications
• AB, Wellesley College
• JD, University of Virginia School of Law
• LLM, New York University School of Law
Publications and Speaking Engagements
• Eve has been a frequent speaker before industry groups and professional organizations, including the AICPA, the American Bar Association, and the Federal Bar Association.
• “IRS Announces Procedures for Tax Return Preparer Penalties,” Tax Adviser (June 2009)
• “IRS Toughens Stance on Penalties for Late-Filed Form 5471,” co-authored with Kris Schlaman, Tax Notes International (November 10, 2008)
• “Swallows Decision Renews Questions about Judicial Deference to Tax Regulations,” Tax Adviser (June 2008)
• “Circular 230: Final Amendments Reflect a Balanced Approach,” Journal of Tax Practice and Procedure (February-March 2008)
• “Access to Information: You May Get What You Ask For (or Not),” Tax Notes (January 7, 2008)
About KPMG LLP
KPMG LLP, the audit, tax and advisory firm (www.us.kpmg.com), is the U.S. member firm of KPMG International. KPMG International’s member firms have 137,000 professionals, including more than 7,600 partners, in 144 countries.
About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series
The Knowledge Congress is a series of live webcasts produced by The Knowledge Group, LLC, which examine trends, regulatory, and technology changes across a variety of industries. “We bring together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour webcast that study the impact of changing regulations and help businesses succeed through proper regulatory compliance.” To contact or to register to an event, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org
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