Ryan Press Room

Ryan Announces Approval of United States Patent for Innovative Method and System for Extracting Information from Electronic Data Sources.

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced that the Firm’s application for a U.S. patent on a “Method and System for Extracting Information from Electronic Data Sources” has been allowed by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Travis County District Judge John Dietz Reverses His Prior Ruling That “Below-Ground” Equipment Used in Processing of Oil and Gas Qualifies for Texas Manufacturing Exemption.

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan Forms Strategic Alliance with Transfer Pricing Associates to Support Rapid Global Expansion of International Tax Practice.

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced a strategic alliance with Transfer Pricing Associates (TPA), a leading independent provider of global transfer pricing and valuation services. This strategic alliance will support the continued growth and global expansion of Ryan’s International Tax and Transfer Pricing practices, while delivering higher levels of value and results for the Firm’s expanding portfolio of multinational clients.

Travis County District Judge John Dietz Rules “Below-Ground” Equipment Used in Processing of Oil and Gas Qualifies for Texas Manufacturing Exemption.

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced that a dispute between Southwest Royalties, Inc. (“Southwest Royalties”) and the State of Texas regarding the taxability of oil and gas production equipment used “below-ground” has been decided by Travis County District Court Judge John Dietz. In Southwest Royalties, Inc. v. Combs, Judge Dietz ruled from the bench that “below-ground” equipment used in or during the actual processing of oil and gas qualifies for the manufacturing exemption under Texas Tax Code Sec. 151.318.

Ryan Challenges Constitutionality of Federal Regulation Commonly Known as Circular 230.

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced that the Firm has filed suit challenging the provisions of Title 31, Section 10, of the Code of Federal Regulations, commonly known as Circular 230. In 2007, Circular 230 was revised to generally prohibit attorneys, CPAs, and other practitioners from entering into contingent fee arrangements for services rendered in connection with any matter before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), including the preparation and filing of claims for refunds after a taxpayer has filed its original tax return, but before the IRS has initiated an audit of the return.

Ryan Principal Grant Smith Appointed Tax Technology Practice Leader.

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced that Grant Smith has been appointed Tax Technology Practice Leader. Mr. Smith will manage the continued revenue growth and international expansion of Ryan’s Tax Technology practice, which is one of the largest in the industry today. The Tax Technology practice is a critical growth engine for the Firm, and Mr. Smith will be accountable for driving additional market share, while maintaining world-class client service and strong EBITDA performance.

Ryan Reorganizes Leadership Team to Accelerate Growth.

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced a reorganization of its leadership team to support continued growth and international expansion. In the 2011 Accounting Today Top 100 Tax and Accounting Firms ranking, Ryan was the best performing corporate tax services firm based on year-over-year revenue growth. In 2012, the Firm is forecasting even greater revenue performance, additional services, and aggressive international expansion beyond North America and Europe. This reorganization will support a quantum leap in market share, while maintaining world-class client service and strong EBITDA performance.

Ryan Announces Retirement of President Tony G. Mills.

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced that Tony G. Mills has retired from his position as President, following nearly ten years of stellar service with the Firm. Mr. Mills will, however, continue his association with Ryan in a limited capacity to support continued corporate development initiatives.

Ryan Director Sharon Byram Elected to Nevada Taxpayers Association Board of Directors.

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced that Ryan Director Sharon Byram was elected to the Nevada Taxpayers Association (NTA) Board of Directors. Ms. Byram will serve a three-year term supporting the NTA’s goal of promoting sound policies, efficiency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility in the state of Nevada and local government. The NTA is a governmental research and advocacy association comprised of large and small businesses, individuals, and governmental entities. The Association assists its members in comprehending complex tax laws, reviewing the impact of governmental processes, and lobbying the Legislature.

Ryan Ranked 11th Best Company to Work for in Texas.

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America, today announced that the Firm ranked 11th in the Large Company category of the 100 Best Places to Work in Texas awards. Ryan was recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Texas for the second consecutive year, moving up three places over last year’s ranking. Ryan was selected after a rigorous two-part evaluation of the Firm’s workplace policies, practices, and demographics, combined with a comprehensive employee survey measuring the Firm’s work environment, culture, and employee pride and satisfaction.