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Review the recent Illinois tax law changes enacted during the 2025 spring legislation session and the fall veto session. Plus, discuss and get prepared for what’s on the horizon for the upcoming 2026 legislative season. 

Speakers:
Joseph Bigane, CPA, MST, Managing Director | JFB Tax Consulting LLC
Keith Staats, JD, Special Counsel | Duane Morris LLP

Explore the evolving landscape of state and local tax nexus, focusing on how business activities can trigger tax obligations across jurisdictions. Gain practical insights into identifying nexus triggers and developing strategies to manage multistate tax risks effectively. Receive real-world examples and guidance to navigate complex compliance challenges and mitigate audit risks. 

Speakers:
Jessica Macklin, CPA, MAS, Partner | Wipfli LLP
Katie A. Murray, CPA, Senior Manager | Wipfli LLP
Caroline Garvin, CPA, Manager, State and Local Tax | Wipfli LLP

Explore oddball state tax cases and hear how judges can be persuaded by decisions from other states.  These court decisions could help you with a tax return filing position, boost your creativity when claiming an exemption, or assist you in defending an audit. Listen up and be prepared for the unexpected! 

Speakers:
Eric Fader, JD, CPA, Special Counsel | Duane Morris LLP
Dave Hughes, JD, Chair, Partner, State and Local Tax Group | Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

Discover the most common issues that come out of the diligence process.  Learn what experts are seeing and how tax professionals can address those issues before, during, and after a transaction. 

Speaker:
Jason Parish, CPA, MST, Partner | Plante Moran

Examine the unique ethical considerations for tax professionals that arise when advising clients on multistate nexus, tax incentive negotiations, and audit defense. Through real-world case studies and expert analysis, obtain the actionable insights you need to maintain compliance, build client trust, and safeguard your professional reputation. 

Speaker:
Jordan Goodman, JD, State and Local Tax Partner | Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

Hear insights and ask our experts your burning questions on current issues in state taxation. Discuss topics including administrative issues, case law updates and impacts, and tax technical issues. Plus, dig into recent legislation activity including GILTI, the Finnigan method, Pass-Through Gains, NLDs, post-amnesty, investee apportionment, the Leveling the Playing Field for Illinois Retail Act, a potential digital ad tax, and other Chicago-specific issues.  

Moderator:
Natalie Martin, JD, Partner | Kupiec & Martin, LLC

Panelists:
David Blum, CPA, JD, Co-Chair, Tax Practice Group | Akerman, LLP
Dave Kupiec, CPA, JD, Managing Partner | Kupiec & Martin, LLC