Stuart Becker is the founder and president of Becker LLC and Becker Tax Controversy Group LLC, and is now practicing as Stuart Becker CPA PC. He has more than 50 years of experience as a tax and financial planning specialist operating at the highest level within the industry.Mr. Becker provides tax, advisory and consulting services to high-net worth individuals, family groups and closely held businesses, corporations and entrepreneurs. He specializes in family-owned businesses, real estate, publishing, internet, professional services, hospitality and the oil and gas industry.He also possesses in-depth knowledge of the laws, policies and procedures of the IRS, State and local jurisdictions and has a deep understanding of the nuances and ramifications of the most arcane tax regulations, enabling him to develop the best strategies to resolve tax controversies.Mr. Becker is well known in both the New York and Florida business communities, where he is frequently sought out by clients for his expertise. He is noted for his creative solutions to complex tax matters, as well as advising clients on how they can enhance and preserve wealth. For the past two decades he has been recognized as one of the East Coast’s most renowned experts on tax controversy.A frequent commentator on tax matters, Mr. Becker has appeared on “Good Morning America” and “The Wall Street Journal Report” and hosted a tax tips series on CBS Radio. He has been quoted in numerous books and magazines.Mr. Becker is an active proponent of education and a supporter of numerous charitable organizations. He has held various leadership positions with the New York University Stern School of Business, including serving as President of the Alumni Association and member of the Dean’s Executive Roundtable. He was treasurer of the Finance Club of New York University and the NYU Alumni Council. He was also an Adjunct Professor of Taxation at the New York University Graduate School of Business Administration.