Michele J. Gaines
Enrolled Agent
Federally Licensed by the U.S. Department of Treasury in Federal Taxation
Who are we?
We are Focused on providing Quality Service and Customer Satisfaction
Known industry-wide since 1987
Trades as Jackson Gaines as an Enrolled Agent & Tax Advisor, Paralegals, and Notaries
Upholding standards set by the Department of the Treasury for representation, service and advice
Now Serving:
Pittsburgh, Johnstown, Altoona,
Blairsville & Greensburg
In Pgh. 412.224.4022
Outside Pgh: 814.270.7496
Meet Michele J. Gaines, B.A., C.P., EA
Prior to owning and operating Jackson Gaines, Michele’s professional work experience included grant writing, negotiating federal contracts, preparation of individual and business taxes and preparing clients for that IRS tax audit. Michele also operated federally funded employment and training programs as Executive Director and CEO for Federal Training Agencies with OIC, the Urban League and the Broward Economic Development Corporation.
Education and Credentials
Enrolled to Practice by IRS by the Department of Treasury
Certified Paralegal, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
B.A., Shaw University, Raleigh, NC
Member, National Association of Enrolled Agents - NAEA
Member, American Bar Association - ABA (2020 Liasion to the Tax Section)
Member, National Association of Tax Professionals - NATP
Member, Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council (3 Year Term Ended 11/2015)
Member, National Society of Accountants - NSA
Expert, Technical Advisory Service for Attorneys - TASA
Allegheny County Court Appointed Advocate (Past) - CASA
Member, Board of Directors for Pittsburgh Paralegal Association - PPA, Pgh., PA (Past)
Member, Pennsylvania Association of Notaries - PAN
Treasurer, Homewood YMCA Board of Directors (Past)