Akerman is a sponsor of the 20th Annual State and Local Tax Conference presented by the Taxpayers' Federation of Illinois, where David Blum will speak on False Claims Act class actions. The conference will focus on technical tax and policy developments in Illinois, and will also provide updates to changes occurring in other states. The Taxpayers’ Federation of Illinois is a non-partisan state and local tax and fiscal policy advocacy organization that conducts policy research, educates public officials and others on current issues, advocates for a responsible tax structure that encourages economic growth, and supports efficient delivery of government services.