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Inside the IRS: Navigating the Current State of Play

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KPMG LLP (KPMG) is pleased to invite you to a one-hour TaxWatch webcast focused on the latest developments at the IRS and their practical implications for taxpayers and tax professionals.

Hear from senior KPMG tax leaders including Doug O’Donnell, former IRS Commissioner (Acting) and Deputy Commissioner, and Kathleen Agbayani, former IRS Associate Area Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, as they discuss:

  • The evolving landscape at the IRS and what it means for taxpayers
  • What to expect from IRS audits and tax administration in the near term, and what to watch for longer term
  • Proactive steps taxpayers can take to navigate the current environment
  • The relationship between the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, IRS LB&I Exam, and SBSE Exam

Continuing education

There will be one continuing professional education (CPE) credit available to participants who participate in the live webcast and meet the eligibility requirements. The webcast will last approximately one hour.

After registering for this event, you will receive webcast log‑in instructions (or dial in for audio‑only participation).

CPE credit is not available for viewing webcast replay.

Meet our webcast team

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Danielle E. Rolfes
Partner in Charge, Washington National Tax, KPMG US
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Douglas W. O’Donnell
Senior Managing Director, Tax - Co-Lead WNT, Tax Controversy & Dispute Resolution, KPMG US
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Image of Mary I. Slonina
Mary I. Slonina
Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG US
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Christopher Whitcomb
Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG LLP
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Kathleen A. Agbayani
Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG US
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Image of Douglas W. O’Donnell
Douglas W. O’Donnell
Senior Managing Director, Tax - Co-Lead WNT, Tax Controversy & Dispute Resolution, KPMG US
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Image of Mary I. Slonina
Mary I. Slonina
Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG US
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Image of Christopher Whitcomb
Christopher Whitcomb
Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG LLP
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Image of Kathleen A. Agbayani
Kathleen A. Agbayani
Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG US
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