Product Description

This program explores tax credits available to low-income individuals and families, including pandemic-related credits and state renter credits, while highlighting free tax preparation resources in the Commonwealth. It is ideal for human services professionals, legal aid workers, tax volunteers, and advocates for vulnerable populations.

Agenda & Materials

• 9:30am - 9:35am

  Welcome and Introduction

  Luz A. Arevalo, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• 9:35am - 10:15am

  Major Federal Tax Credits

  Mel Jiganti, Esq., Northeast Justice Center/Lynn , Lynn
  
• 10:15am - 10:35am

  Complicated Families

  Luz A. Arevalo, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• 10:35am - 10:55am

  Major State Tax Credits

  Angela Divaris, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• 10:55am - 11:10am

  Break
• 11:10am - 11:30am

  Special Considerations for Immigrant Taxpayers

  Angela Divaris, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• 11:30am - 11:50am

  The Work of the Low-Income Tax Clinics

  Audrey A. Patten, Esq., Harvard Law School , Cambridge
  
• 11:50am - 12:10pm

  The DOR and the Work of the Taxpayer Advocate at the DOR

  Mireille Eastman, Esq., Department of Revenue, Legal Division, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Boston
  
• 12:10pm - 12:25pm

  Legislative Update

  Angela Divaris, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• 12:25pm - 12:30pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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