Discussion on professional standards of conduct applicable to, and the accountability of, individuals that provide tax advice relating to employee benefit plans.

Office of Professional Responsibility Director Karen Hawkins discusses: Recent changes to Circular 230, New regulations governing tax practice, Overview of key provisions, Practitioner responsibilities, and Important issues for all tax professionals.

Karen Hawkins, director, Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) highlights OPR’s changing role, Circular 230 and new responsibilities of paid tax return preparers.