The final step in a tax controversy is Tax Court. Over 70% of all Tax Court cases are filed by taxpayers representing themselves. Most of these "pro se" taxpayers have a non-lawyer assisting them. There can be significant advantages to filing a Tax Court case to resolve a dispute. This class will explore these strategic uses of the Tax Court process and provide a basic understanding of navigating your client through the case.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize when opportunities exist to seek Tax Court review
- Identify when using the Tax Court process can be a strategic benefit
- Determine how to guide the Tax Court case through the process without needing an attorney
Major Topics
- Determining when filing a Tax Court case can be a strategic benefit
- Learn how to file the case
- Understand the steps and deadlines in the Tax Court process
- Review the settlement process
- Know when the case gets to the point where you need help
