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James W. Vahey

Chief Information Officer

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Disclaimer and Terms of Use

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DUGGAN BERTSCH, LLC
303 W. Madison, Suite 1000, Chicago, Illinois 60606
(312) 263-8600

Attn: Chief Technology Officer

Email: jvahey@dugganbertsch.com

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Privacy Policy

 

This Privacy Policy describes how DUGGAN BERTSCH, LLC and DB Tax & Accounting, LLC (collectively, “we,” “our,” or “us”) collect, use, and protect the personal information you provide when using our website. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:
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– Information collected through cookies and similar technologies (see Section 5).

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3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only:
– With service providers who assist in operating our website or conducting our business (and only to the extent necessary).
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4. Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and gather information about visitors and visits to our website. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but some features of the site may not function properly without them.

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Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing them with your personal information.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal information, or to object to or restrict certain processing activities. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time without prior notice.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

DUGGAN BERTSCH, LLC
303 W. Madison, Suite 1000, Chicago, Illinois 60606
(312) 263-8600

Attn: Chief Technology Officer

Email: jvahey@dugganbertsch.com

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Tax Accounting Intern (Winter) 

More About This Position

We are seeking a Tax Accounting Intern to assist us at DBTA for this upcoming winter, 2025, tax season. The timeframe for the internship would be January 7th, 2025 through April 16th, 2025.

DBTA offers a wide array of tax experience, coupled with flexibility and work-life balance, which includes a hybrid in-office model and capped 40 hour work week if the candidate chooses. The internship can also be used as a gateway to a full-time offer (based on performance), in which the candidate could start as early as summer, 2025. Competitive compensation and a family friendly team-based work environment is waiting for the right candidate.

Qualifications:

  • Major in Accounting

Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of individual, partnership, corporation, tax exempt, and fiduciary tax returns
  • Preparation of tax workpapers that accompany tax returns
  • Preparation of information returns (1099, 1096, etc.)
  • Accounting and bookkeeping preparation using various software

Skills & Personal Qualities:

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Adaptable and willing to learn new technologies, including tax preparation software
  • Ability to work in a paperless working environment
  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
  • Sound organizational, client service and problem-solving skills

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We are always looking to add exceptional people to Team DB.

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Tax Accounting Intern (Winter)

More About This Position

We are seeking a Tax Accounting Intern to assist us at DBTA for this upcoming winter, 2023, tax season. The timeframe for the internship would be January 9, 2023 through April 17, 2023.

DBTA offers a wide array of tax experience, coupled with flexibility and work-life balance, which includes a hybrid in-office model and capped 40 hour work week if the candidate chooses. The internship can also be used as a gateway to a full-time offer (based on performance), in which the candidate could start as early as summer, 2023. Competitive compensation and a family friendly team-based work environment is waiting for the right candidate.

Qualifications:

  • Major in Accounting

Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of individual, partnership, corporation, tax exempt, and fiduciary tax returns
  • Preparation of tax workpapers that accompany tax returns
  • Preparation of information returns (1099, 1096, etc.)
  • Accounting and bookkeeping preparation using various software

Skills & Personal Qualities:

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Adaptable and willing to learn new technologies, including tax preparation software
  • Ability to work in a paperless working environment
  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
  • Sound organizational, client service and problem-solving skills

Want to Join Our Team?

We are always looking to add exceptional people to Team DB.

Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

More About This Position

We are seeking an accountant who can demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational and client service skills, problem solving skills and the ability to work in a semi-autonomous manner. The right person for this position will be involved with tax compliance and preparation, accounting, preparation of financial statements as well as some marketing. Must have a strong ability to meet deadlines and be willing to work longer hours during tax season.

A competitive salary/bonus structure, generous benefits, advancement opportunities, and a family friendly team based work environment will be available to the right candidate. Intellectual curiosity and ability to grow and develop are highly encouraged and sought after. A Bachelor of Science in Accounting, a CPA certificate, and 1-3 years of experience are preferred. 

Want to Join Our Team?

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Senior Tax Staff Accountant

Senior Tax Staff Accountant 

More About This Position

We are seeking an accountant who can demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational and client service skills, problem solving skills and the ability to work in a semi-autonomous manner. The right person for this position will be involved with tax compliance and preparation, accounting, preparation of financial statements as well as some marketing. Must have a strong ability to meet deadlines and be willing to work longer hours during tax season.

A competitive salary/bonus structure, generous benefits, advancement opportunities, and a family friendly team based work environment will be available to the right candidate. Intellectual curiosity and ability to grow and develop are highly encouraged and sought after. A Bachelor of Science in Accounting, a CPA certificate, and 3-6 years of experience are preferred. 

 

Want to Join Our Team?

We are always looking to add exceptional people to Team DB.

Executive Legal Assistant

Executive Legal Assistant

More About This Position

We are seeking a candidate for administrative, organizational, and professional support. Someone who demonstrates strong attention to detail, organizational skills and problem solving skills. The candidate must be very comfortable with technology and the use of software programs (primarily PowerPoint, Excel and Word). Litigation support experience a plus. Strong ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage schedule and travel. Must have the ability to work effectively in a small firm environment without direct supervision. Bachelor’s Degree Required.

 

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Andrew J. Banathy

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Clint A. Costa

andrew j. banathy, jd

Andrew J. Banathy is an associate attorney focusing his practice primarily in the areas of business and corporate law, estate and wealth transfer planning, trust and estate administration, and commercial litigation. Andrew counsels clients on ways to implement comprehensive estate and business entity planning, the creation of family office structures and vehicles, business succession planning, and corporate compliance, maintenance, and governance. His practice further entails representations and negotiations related to a broad range of business and corporate transactions. Andrew earned his Juris Doctorate Degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, graduating with a Certificate in Tax Law.  He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. 

Mr. Bertsch frequently lectures throughout the country on a wide array of subjects including the following:

  •  “5-Minute Law School for Entrepreneurs” IgniteChicago
  • “Asset Protection Strategies for Internet Affiliate Marketers” Chicago Affiliate Meet-Up
  • “Using LLCs in Estate Planning” YLS–Estate Planning Committee of the Chicago Bar Association
  • “Fiduciary Income Taxation: The Dreaded Form 1041” Probate and Practice Committee of the Chicago Bar Association
  • “Asset Protection and Estate Planning 101: How APNs Can Benefit From the Basics” APN Midwest Conference
  • “Protecting Your Money & Your Family: Estate Planning & Asset Protection for CRNAs” NorthShore University Health System

Publications AND FIRM NEWS

Want to Join Our Team?

We are always looking to add exceptional people to Team DB.

Want to Join Our Team?

We are always looking to add exceptional people to Team DB.