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This session provides an insider’s perspective on how the IRS Criminal Investigation’s Division develops tax and financial crime cases. Participants will learn how investigations begin, the tools and techniques used by special agents, and the critical role of financial records and Bank Secrecy Act filings. The course also explores the process from initial lead through referral to the U.S. Attorney’s Office and offers practical guidance for advising clients facing potential IRS scrutiny. In addition, attendees will examine current IRS enforcement priorities, emerging tax fraud schemes, and lessons from real-world case examples.

Presenters

Kate Kowalewski, Director, CBIZ Forensic Consulting Group
Chris Beeler, Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Californias.

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CPE CREDITS
Program Description Inside IRS Criminal Investigations

Important Notice Regarding CPE:

*Attendees must be registered individually and click on periodic participation markers throughout the webinar to receive CPE credit.
Learning Objectives

After completing this session, participants will be able to:

  • Describe how the IRS initiates and develops criminal investigations.
  • Identify common investigative techniques and sources of evidence.
  • Recognize the significance of Bank Secrecy Act filings and financial intelligence in tax and financial crime investigations.
  • Understand the referral and prosecution process involving the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
    • Develop strategies for advising and preparing clients facing potential IRS scrutiny.
    • Identify current IRS enforcement trends and emerging tax fraud schemes.
    • Analyze how fraud schemes are uncovered and prosecuted through real-world case examples.
    Instruction Delivery Method Group Internet Based
    Recommended CPE Credit 1.2 Credits
    Recommended Field of Study Specialized Knowledge
    Prerequisites None
    Program Level Overview
    Advance Preparation None
    Cancellation Policy You may cancel your registration at any time prior to the event.
    Complaint Resolution Policy For more information regarding refund, concerns and program cancellation policies, please contact our offices at [email protected].

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