As tax laws continue to evolve, navigating the complexities of tax controversies has become increasingly critical for businesses and individuals alike. The ever-changing regulatory landscape presents new challenges that require a thorough understanding of both the legal and strategic aspects of tax disputes. The year 2025 is expected to bring significant changes and updates in tax law, including the introduction of new IRS audit campaigns and hot exam topics, making it essential for tax professionals to stay ahead of emerging trends and issues.

In this CLE Webcast, W. Curtis Elliott, Jr. of Culp Elliott & Carpenter P.L.L.C. and Alan Goldenberg JD, MBA, LL.M of Anchin will provide an in-depth discussion of the latest developments in tax controversy. They will analyze the key challenges and strategies for resolving tax disputes in 2025. They will also examine significant case rulings, regulatory updates, and new IRS initiatives that are expected to impact tax litigation and compliance.

Key topics include:

• Emerging trends in tax enforcement and compliance for 2025
• Key case rulings and their implications for taxpayers
• Strategies for effectively managing tax audits and disputes
• Insights into the IRS’s evolving priorities, including audit campaigns and hot exam topics, and how to address them
• Practical tips for navigating international tax controversies

Learning Objectives:

• Explore recent IRS enforcement budget issues and their impact on tax collection and policy priorities.
• Gain an understanding of monetized installment sales and recent civil tax penalty trends affecting compliance.
• Examine IRS approaches to high-net-worth audits and complex partnership examinations, along with strategies for managing these audits.
• Review the use of artificial intelligence by the IRS and gain practical tips for handling state and local tax controversies and employment tax scrutiny.