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Cohen & Co Welcomes New Tax Partners

Cohen & Co, a well-respected name in the field of accounting and tax services, has recently announced the strategic addition of two highly skilled professionals to its Tax Practice: Al Brink and Tim Kaiser. Both partners bring a wealth of experience and are based in Pennsylvania, effectively enhancing the firm's capabilities in tax service delivery.

Profiles of the New Partners

Al Brink

Al Brink, who will be operating from the firm's Philadelphia office, specializes in transaction tax. With a keen focus on mergers and acquisitions, he offers invaluable services that include buy- and sell-side tax due diligence, transaction structuring, tax modeling, and tax attribute profiling. Brink holds a B.S. degree from Suffolk University, a J.D. from Roger Williams University School of Law, and an LL.M. in taxation from Boston University School of Law. Moreover, he is a licensed attorney in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, further solidifying his qualifications to navigate complex tax regulations.

Tim Kaiser

On the other hand, Tim Kaiser is based in the Pittsburgh office and focuses primarily on tax planning and compliance for high-net-worth individuals and families. His expertise encompasses individual income tax, trusts and estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, and investment partnerships. Kaiser earned both a B.A. and B.S.B.A. from West Virginia University, and he holds a Master’s degree in taxation from Robert Morris University. Furthermore, he completed an Executive Education Program at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and is a certified public accountant (CPA) in Pennsylvania.

Enhancing Client Services

Kristen deMoulpied, partner-in-charge of Cohen & Co’s Tax Practice, expressed her enthusiasm for this new addition, stating, "Our clients require sophisticated tax specialists who possess incredible depth in key areas. We are excited to add the extraordinary skills and experience of Al and Tim to our transaction and high-net-worth teams, respectively, allowing us to provide clients with additional resources they can count on."

The addition of Brink and Kaiser is particularly significant as Cohen & Co aims to strengthen its position in the marketplace by catering more effectively to the nuanced and varied needs of their clients. With their combined experience, Brink will add considerable depth to the firm’s transaction services, while Kaiser will enhance the offerings available to high-net-worth individuals and families seeking comprehensive tax strategies.

About Cohen & Co

Cohen & Co has established itself as one of America's most recommended tax and accounting firms, recognized by USA TODAY and named one of the Best of the Best Firms by INSIDE Public Accounting. Since its inception in 1977, the firm has expanded to more than 800 dedicated professionals with 15 offices throughout the U.S., including states such as Colorado, Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. They also have an international presence in the Cayman Islands through an affiliated entity.

Cohen & Co provides a broad range of assurance, tax, and advisory services to a diverse clientele, which includes privately held companies, public and private funds, enterprise advisors, and Fortune 1000 multinational corporations. This strategic recruitment of partners aligns with the firm’s commitment to excellence and client satisfaction in financial services.

As the firm continues to grow and adapt to changing market demands, the expertise that Brink and Kaiser bring will undoubtedly play a crucial role in enriching the comprehensive services that Cohen & Co provides to its clients.