A Quiet Place: NYC Tribunal Report Highlights Appeal Problems

In their latest article for Tax Notes State, Hodgson Russ attorneys Timothy P. Noonan and Kevin R. Harkins analyze the New York City Tax Appeals Tribunal’s 2024 annual report, revealing significant operational concerns. The report shows a troubling lack of administrative law judges, leading to a near standstill in case resolutions and a growing backlog.

The article, ”A Quiet Place: NYC Tribunal Report Highlights Appeal Problems”, discusses the implications of these delays, including a federal lawsuit filed by a frustrated taxpayer and the recent appointment of a new chief ALJ. While the appointment is a positive step, the authors argue that more must be done to restore functionality and fairness to the city’s tax appeal system.

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