Unclaimed Property Lost But Not Forgotten
State unclaimed property administrators are increasingly targeting smaller and smaller businesses for compliance review concerning unclaimed property laws. Non-specialists, especially companies with no dedicated unclaimed property employees, often have difficulty navigating these complicated laws and struggle to establish lasting compliance processes. We can help. Our attorneys have considerable experience reviewing credit balances on the books and determining whether property exists that requires reporting and to which state(s). We defend holders in unclaimed property audits, including large multistate audits of publicly traded companies conducted by contingency fee audit firms, as well as single-state audits of smaller holders with less annual revenue. Our experience also includes general ledger audits and audits of specific property types, such as securities audits.
Reach
Diverse Coverage
When handling unclaimed property audits, our attorneys assist holders in many different industries, including the financial services, health care, and oil and gas industries, and consult on a variety of issues:
- Correcting Past Exposures
- Reportability of Specific Property
- Gift Card Company Structures
- Unclaimed Property Policies & Procedures
- Unclaimed Property Compliance Policies for Intermediaries
- Unclaimed Property Audits Best Practices for Intermediaries
- Locating Lost Owners (Rule 17AD-17 Compliance)
Approach
Forward-Thinking
We understand the unique difficulties holders face and take a hands-on approach to help them create thoughtful strategies and practical solutions to challenging issues. To help our clients stay ahead of the curve, our attorneys serve on national committees on unclaimed property, including the Unclaimed Property Subcommittee of the American Bar Association’s State and Local Tax Section, Executive Committee.
Experience
Assisted companies in developing unclaimed property policies and procedures to reduce future audit exposure.
Advised intermediaries (e.g., transfer agents) on policies for unclaimed property compliance for services provided to their clients and their clients’ clients.
Advised on existing gift card company structures and making suggestions for improvement.
Assisted with cleaning up past exposures, including obtaining voluntary disclosure agreements.
Determined whether specific property is reportable and, if so, to which state.
Advised intermediaries on best practices for handling unclaimed property audits of their clients.
Provided guidance on the necessary steps to locate lost owners, including compliance with Rule 17AD-17.
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