While FBAR reporting rules are frequently misunderstood, US persons have several options to correct mistakes, before the government learns of the non-compliance.
June 30th is the annual deadline for filing a Foreign...more
The first non-prosecution agreement signals expanded US tax enforcement opportunities at home and abroad.
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the first non-prosecution agreement (NPA) with BSI, SA, (BSI)...more
4/16/2015
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You have implemented FATCA; what comes next? Will your company be the next witness in a US tax investigation? Financial institutions around the world must now prepare to respond to anticipated inquiries and investigations as...more
8/12/2014
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Initial success of DOJ Swiss bank amnesty program creates greater urgency for US taxpayers.
On December 31, 2013, the window to apply for the US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) amnesty program closed for certain Swiss...more
Miriam Fisher, global Co-chair of the firm's Tax Controversy Practice, focuses her practice on federal tax controversy and litigation, including complex civil and criminal tax matters. Fisher spoke at the November 6, 2013...more
United States Department of Justice issues further information on amnesty program for Swiss banks, including details on the selection of an Independent Examiner.
On November 5, 2013, United States Department of Justice...more