Matthew D. Lee to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Webcast
The Knowledge Group has announced today that Matthew D. Lee, Partner, Fox Rothschild LLP will speak at its webcast entitled: “The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act: An Update in 2019.” This event is scheduled on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET).
- (1888PressRelease) June 06, 2019 - For further details, please visit:
https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/foreign-account-tax-compliance-act-2019/
About Matthew D. Lee
Matthew D. Lee is a partner in the Philadelphia office of Fox Rothschild LLP. He is a former U.S. Department of Justice trial attorney who concentrates his practice on all aspects of white collar criminal defense and federal tax controversies. He has extensive experience in advising clients on issues regarding foreign bank account reporting (FBAR) obligations, the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), and the Internal Revenue Service’s Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program and Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures. He has represented hundreds of U.S. taxpayers with undisclosed offshore bank accounts and assets. Mr. Lee has published numerous articles regarding the IRS voluntary disclosure programs and FBAR and FATCA reporting obligations and speaks frequently on these topics. He has also represented clients in all stages of proceedings before the Internal Revenue Service, including audits, appeals, and collections, and Tax Court and district court litigation. Mr. Lee also has experience in conducting corporate internal investigations and advising clients as to corporate compliance issues involving the Bank Secrecy Act, the USA Patriot Act, FATCA, and anti-money laundering laws and regulations. Mr. Lee has represented corporations and individuals in criminal investigations involving tax, money laundering, health care, securities, public corruption, and fraud offenses, and has significant experience in handling all stages of federal litigation including trials and appeals. Mr. Lee is the author of Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act Answer Book 2016 (Practising Law Institute) and publishes a blog entitled Tax Controversy Sentinel (https://taxcontroversy.foxrothschild.com/).
About Fox Rothschild LLP
Fox Rothschild LLP is a national law firm known for excellent client service and agility in problem solving. Our lawyers provide a full range of services to public and private companies, from startups to multinational corporations, and prominent individuals, including celebrities, athletes, artists and entrepreneurs. Founded more than a century ago, Fox has grown significantly in recent years and is now ranked in the AmLaw 100, with 750 attorneys in 22 offices coast to coast.
Event Synopsis:
The recent years have seen the evolving regulatory paradigm of the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). In an effort to intensify transparency and accurate reporting, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) continues to issue compliance updates and guidance. The IRS recently updated its FATCA Registration System, incorporating the Certification of Pre-existing Accounts (COPA) and Periodic Certification Process.
In order to avoid legal sanctions, it is essential that non-U.S. foreign financial institutions (FFIs) and practitioners are abreast of the notable developments in this area of law. They must be proactive in revisiting their practices and addressing potential issues to ensure FACTA compliance.
Join former U.S. Department of Justice trial attorney, Mr. Matthew D. Lee (Partner, Fox Rothschild LLP) in a LIVE Webcast as he provides an in-depth discussion of the emerging trends and developments in FATCA enforcement. Mr. Lee will also present legal challenges as well as best compliance practices that will help practitioners in this evolving legal climate.
This LIVE Webcast will discuss the following key provisions:
• United States v. Baron: First-ever Criminal Conviction for Violating FATCA
• Anticipating How the IRS will Utilize Data from Annual FATCA Reporting by FFIs
• IRS LB&I compliance campaigns
FATCA Filing Accuracy campaign
Offshore Private Banking campaign
Offshore Service Providers campaign
• Anticipating How the IRS will Review FATCA Compliance Certifications
About The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series
The Knowledge Group is a leading provider of Continuing Legal Education, CLE, for lawyers, Continuing Professional Education, CPE, for accountants and a variety of other types of continuing education for other professions. Our mission is to deliver quality continuing education programs utilizing industry trends and the latest technology to communicate regulatory shifts and contributions made to different fields. Our insightful and engaging webcasts are brought to you by leading influencers to offer a multitude of perspectives and outlooks.
In bringing together thought leaders, regulators, and subject matter experts from around the world, The Knowledge Group strives to be the best-in-class provider of continuing education. The experts we engage with analyze the latest trends, insights, and developments in their industries to bring forth content you can’t get anywhere else.
We can be reached via our website, over the phone at (646) 844-0200 or email us at info ( @ ) theknowledgegroup dot org. We look forward to having you learn with The Knowledge Group.
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