Hawaii Association of Public Accountants 
Ethics Webinar 
Qualifies for 2 Hours CPA and IRS PTIN credit for ethics

Tax Practice Ethical Challenges and Circular 230

With Douglas J. Van Der Aa, CPA, JD

December 12, 2025 – 9:00 am – 10:45 am HST

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Description:  This presentation will provide a detailed analysis of the Circular 230 rules for conduct of a tax practice, with a review of the political, legislative and regulatory rules impacting every accounting and tax professional. Best practices and guidance provided by the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct will be discussed.

Learning Objectives: 

• Apply professional ethical guidance to professionals in public practice accounting
• Identify key Circular 230 issues and best practices.

Major Topics:

• Circular 230 (IRS) rules for conducting a "best" tax practice
• How to avoid tax return preparation penalties
• Review of tax return preparer's registration rules 
• Explanation of the revised AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
  
• Contingent fees
  
• Proposed new regulations
  

Who Should Attend: CPAs and staff in public accounting and members in industry and other tax practitioners. 

Instructor: Douglas J Van Der Aa, CPA, JD

Program Level: Basic

Field of Study: Regulatory Ethics

Prerequisite: None

Advanced preparation: None

Developed By: Van Der Aa Tax Ed, LLC

CPE Credit: 2 hours – Qualifies for IRS PTIN Credit 

Cancellation policy:  No refunds for cancellation within 3 days prior to the seminar date.

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