Andre Burvant, a partner on the state and local tax team in the New Orleans office, presented during the Institute for Professionals in Taxation's (IPT) 2026 Annual Conference on June 23, 2026, in Honolulu, Hawaii. During his presentation "Don't Get Lost in the Lava Flow: Understanding Local Tax Rules," Andre addressed the complexities of local tax compliance and the different sources of law that impact local taxes. He explored key considerations for navigating the nuances of local laws, audits, and procedural requirements across jurisdictions and provided practical guidance on identifying the applicable tax authorities and engaging with local decision-makers.