Mobile, AL, November 20, 2009 - Emmett Cameron, a CPA with Wilkins Miller Hieronymus LLC, was recognized at the 63^rd Annual Federal Tax Clinic, held on the campus of The University of Alabama, for his faithful support and long-standing attendance since its inception in 1946.  In addition to the recognition, a contribution to the MTA Endowed Fund was made in his honor.  Emmett is the first to receive this honor in the 63 years of the Federal Tax Clinic.

Founded in 1947, The Alabama Federal Tax Clinic has provided quality educational service to CPAs and tax lawyers in the Southeast. Each year the program is designed by the Board of Directors of the Federal Tax Clinic, Inc. The Board itself is comprised of members appointed by the Alabama State Bar, the Alabama Society of CPAs, and The University of Alabama. Using their expertise and feedback from Clinic participants, the Board has developed and maintained a quality clinic for more than 60 years.

Emmett has more than 50 years experience in taxation, accounting and education.  He graduated from The University of Alabama with a Masters in Taxation and a Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Business Administration.  He practiced with the Internal Revenue Service for more than 30 years, practiced in public accounting for 29 years and is a founding member of Wilkins Miller Stalcup Galle Brown & Cameron, P.C., predecessor to Wilkins Miller Hieronymus LLC.  He has taught at several universities and helped establish the accounting department for the University of South Alabama and set up the MTA program at Spring Hill College.  Emmett is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Wilkins Miller Hieronymus LLC is one of Alabama's largest certified public accounting and consulting firms.