A calm easy-going demeanor coupled with a high-intensity competitiveness drive how Chris tackles daily issues and challenges and throughout his life. He brings a strong work ethic, creativity, and determination to whatever he does, striving for excellence. For more than 22 years in public accounting, Chris has worked with clients in state income tax, franchise tax, sales/use tax, and credits/incentives. He has experience with all facets of state income tax issues, including:♦ implementation of corporate reorganizations/entity rationalization projects♦ audit defense and controversy matters♦ tax provision assistance♦ tax reform♦ large-scale tax complianceChris helps his clients improve profitability and increase shareholder value through tax planning to minimize the structural effective tax rate, and by reviewing previously filed state tax returns for affirmative claim identification. Chris has a J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law and a B.A. from the University of Illinois. He is a member of the Illinois and Chicago Bar Associations, the Iowa Taxpayer's Association and the Iowa CPA Society.Chris is a regular speaker at tax symposiums, including Council on State Taxation, Taxpayer's Federation of Illinois, Chicago Tax Club, and Tax Executives Institute.When not in the office, Chris keeps himself extremely busy. With 3 children who are active in multiple sports teams, he and his wife spend significant time in competitive sports arenas. He is also an avid collector of international wines, an affinity he developed from spending time living in France. Chris savors the process of building a cellar, and enjoying the fruits of his labor!Common misspellingsChris Tobin, Chris Tovin, Chris J. Tobin Specialities:State & Local Tax Income & Franchise Tax M&A Audit Defense Controversy Compliance ASC 740 Tax Accounting Filing methods, sourcing & apportionment Tax Research