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American Bar Association

Section of Taxation, Volunteer Tax Court Representative 

The goal of Virtual Settlement Week is to serve taxpayers in geographic areas where it might be difficult to access pro bono representation and generally to increase pro bono representation and settle cases before trial whenever possible. Attorneys are paired with taxpayers irrespective of geography and meet virtually with the IRS attorney assigned to the case. Volunteers are encouraged to contact their assigned taxpayer prior to the settlement meeting to prepare documents and learn more about the case.

Another goal of the Virtual Settlement Week initiative is to provide hands on training for Tax Section members interested in taking on pro bono matters. Attorneys new to pro bono work or representation of individuals in controversy matters are assigned a more experienced partner volunteer to learn from during the course of assisting the taxpayer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who would like to take cases from a local LITC or through Calendar Call, but feels like they could benefit from some mentorship.

For more, visit the ABA's website at:

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/taxation/events/virtual-settlement-week/