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November 02, 2020

ABA Philadelphia Tax Conference to feature IRS chief counsel as keynote speaker Nov. 10

WASHINGTON, Nov. 2, 2020 – The American Bar Association Section of Taxation will hold its 31st Annual Philadelphia Tax Conference Nov. 10-12 with IRS Chief Counsel Michael Desmond as its keynote speaker. The meeting will be held virtually due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Desmond will deliver his address and take questions from the audience on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 12:35 p.m. ET. Additionally, 10 sessions featuring panels of tax experts will provide an in-depth discussion and explanation of the latest federal, state and international legal developments and planning trends.

What:              
Virtual 31st Annual Philadelphia Tax Conference
Sponsored by ABA Section of Taxation

When:             
Tuesday-Thursday, Nov. 10-12

Where:
Online

Scheduled programs are:

  • “What's Keeping Tax Directors Up at Night? Key Issues and Concern”
  • “Tax Policy Trends and Focus Points”
  • “Current Developments in Tax Accounting Methods”
  • “Corporate Tax Update”
  • “International Taxes”
  • “Technology/Mobile Employees”
  • “Employment Tax Update”
  • “Partnership Tax: The Latest From Washington”
  • “State & Local Tax Update”
  • “Ethics: A Deep Dive Into Conflicts and Privilege in the COVID-19 Era”

The complete conference program can be found online. For media registration, please contact Barbranda Walls at [email protected].

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