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Professional Responsibility Obligations When Practicing Before the IRS: OPR and Circular 230 1 Credit

Apr 11, 2023, 02:30 PM ET

Professional Responsibility Obligations When Practicing Before the IRS: OPR and Circular 230 1 Credit

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    December, 1969
  • Subject Area

    Regulatory Ethics

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Apr 11, 2023, 02:30 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • To know where to look for ethical tax guidance.
  • To determine which parts of Circular 230 apply to your practice.
  • To discuss how to properly utilize due diligence in tax practice.
  • To limit your professional liability with the use of ethical procedures.

Course Overview

Treasury Department Circular 230, Regulations Governing Practice before the Internal Revenue Service, establishes the following principles: what practicing before the IRS means; who may practice before the IRS; a tax professional’s duties and obligations; sanctions for violations; and procedures for administrative proceedings for discipline.

The IRS has an Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR), and it is the governing body that interprets and applies Circular 230 rules and regulations. The OPR ensures that tax professionals follow tax practice standards, including implementing disciplinary proceedings and sanctions.


Practice before the IRS comprehends all matters connected with a presentation to the IRS, or any of its officers or employees, relating to a taxpayer’s rights, privileges, or liabilities under laws or regulations administered by the IRS. Such presentations include, but are not limited to:

  • Corresponding and communicating with the IRS.
  • Representing a taxpayer at conferences, hearings, or meetings with the IRS.
  • Preparing and filing documents with the IRS on behalf of a taxpayer.
  • Rendering written advice concerning any entity, transaction, plan or arrangement, or other plan or arrangement having a potential for tax avoidance or evasion.

In this CE/CPE course, the speaker will look at common Circular 230 violations and how they apply to practitioners.

The following are major topics covered in this CPE webinar:

  • Identify your role as a practitioner and your obligations to your clients.
  • Recognize common violations of Circular 230, including personal tax compliance, and how to avoid them.
  • Learn best practices to ensure due diligence, return standards, and data security.

This CE Ethics will look at the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility and Circular 230. We will explore how the IRS enforces Circular 230, along with relevant code provisions that affect the tax practitioner's ability to represent clients before the IRS. 

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Additional Information

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Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
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Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

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MY-CPE LLC (Sponsor Id#: 143597) is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.

About Instructor

Nicholas: Top-rated speaker for Latest TAX CPE/CE Webinars | myCPE
Nicholas Preusch , CPA (US)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Nicholas Preusch

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Nicholas has worked with the Internal Revenue Service as a Revenue Agent and an Attorney with the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility. Nicholas has authored publications for the AICPA’s Journal of Accountancy, AICPA’s Tax Advisor, NATP’s Tax Pro Journal, and CCH’s Journal of Tax Practice and Procedure. He also co-authored a textbook, Tax Preparer Penalties and Circular 230 Enforcement, published by Thomson Reuters. Nicholas has been recognized as the Top 5 Under 35 CPAs in Virginia, and is a member of the  AICPA’s Tax Executive Committee. Nicholas is an adjunct professor at the University of Mary Washington. He is a graduate of Carthage College, University of Connecticut (M.S. in Accounting), Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D.), and Georgetown University (LLM in Taxation).

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How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

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Yes, all our self-study courses are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards for quality and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

How can I access my course completion certificates?

After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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What is a Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit?

A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. These sessions meet the standards set by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

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To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our live webinars are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the high standards for quality, interactivity, and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

How can I access my webinar completion certificates?

After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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as always i find his presentations informative and appropriately covered in time allowed.

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Samuel Hodges, CPA (US)

Great job - can't wait to hear about the new Cir 230 changes being made. Or not.

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