Thompson & Associates recognizes the importance of having experienced professionals serving client needs.  The firms' principal, Craig A. Thompson, has more than 25 years of experience in public accounting.  This experience includes 14 years with the Big Four accounting firms of Price Waterhouse and KPMG Peat Parwick as well as being a partner at the Los Angeles based firm of Lewis-Joffe and Company. The complexity of the income tax laws offer many opportunities for tax savings and deferrals.  Optimization of tax results is achieved through an ongoing in-depth analysis of our clients' operations.  This includes an understanding of the future direction of our clients.  Our tax services encompass three basic types of services:  tax planning, consulting and return preparation. Planning - Thompson & Associates evaluates the effects of tax law changes, determines the most beneficial tax structure, and obtains ruling from the Internal Revenue Service and appropriate state taxing authorities on proposed transactions. Consultation - Thompson & Associates researches and consults on the tax aspects of proposed transactions, assists with tax examinations including preparation of tax protests and representation at taxpayer conference of right, and closely monitors pending tax legislation. Return Preparation - Thompson & Associates prepares tax returns on the basis of data contained in the audit workpapers and/or provided by client personnel.  We also review tax returns prepared by client personnel or other outside professionals.