Taxation

The mission of the ABA Section of Taxation is to serve our members and the public by providing education about taxes and tax systems, and by providing leadership to support the development of an equitable, efficient and workable tax system.

Enrolled agents (EAs) are America's tax experts. They are federally-licensed tax practitioners who both specialize in tax preparation and have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service. If you get a letter from the IRS, or worse, are audited or are the target of a collection action, your EA can speak directly to the IRS on your behalf. The enrolled agent license is the highest credential the IRS issues.

The National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP) believes that all taxpayers should be supported by caring and well-educated tax professionals. When you’re an NATP member, you can trust that we will provide the resources, connections and knowledge that you need to properly prepare your clients’ returns, to advise on tax matters and to minimize tax liabilities.

The National Society of Accountants (NSA) represents independent practitioners who provide accounting, tax, auditing, financial and estate planning, and management services to individuals and businesses. NSA members are required to pursue continuing education to stay current on tax laws and skilled in client service areas. NSA is dedicated to preserving the public trust and confidence in the accounting and tax profession and has a strict code of ethics that all NSA members must follow.

The National Society of Tax Professionals (NSTP) is dedicated to serving the tax professional. Founded in 1985, NSTP is a non-profit organization.

Founded in 1907, the National Tax Association serves as the leading association of scholars and professionals dedicated to advancing the theory and practice of public finance, including public taxing, spending and borrowing.