Chair of Akerman's State and Local Tax Practice, Michael Bowen, and tax partners Lorie Fale, Lauren Ferrante, and Stefi George will speak on several panels at the COST North Atlantic Regional State Tax Seminar.

The panels will discuss topics including:

• A Discussion of State Tax Cases, Issues and Policy Matters to Watch
• Apportionment and Allocation: Updates on COP and Nonbusiness Income Positions
• Defending Your Position: Audit and Litigation Strategies for the In-House Tax Professional

Akerman is also a sponsor of the seminar, which will focus on providing updates on significant state tax issues for the following North Atlantic states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont.