Richard Mueller, CPA
Tax Partner
Richard Mueller joined Ericksen, Krentel & LaPorte in 1983 and was admitted as a
partner in 1990. Mr. Mueller is the partner in charge of the firm’s Tax Department
and specializes in tax planning, research, and compliance
for individuals, corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts
and estates. Rich has vast experience in the marine transport,
restaurant, insurance, construction, real estate and gaming industries. Additionally,
he is experienced in representation before the IRS concerning tax audits and resolving tax issues.
Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Mueller had national CPA experience at Main Hurdman,
now KPMG. Rich was born in Milwaukee,
Wisconsin but has called New Orleans home for over 35
years. However, he maintains a strong loyalty to his favorite team, the Green Bay Packers. He
is a graduate of Archbishop Rummel High School and the University of New Orleans with a Bachelor
of Science degree in Accounting.
Mr. Mueller is a member of the New Orleans
Sports Foundation, where he volunteers for several events, including serving as a Lieutenant for The
Host Committee of
Super Bowl XXXI and XXXVI in New Orleans. He is also a member of
the Louisiana Restaurant Association. He serves on the board for Louisiana Guardianship
Services, Inc. and is treasurer for the Patricia M. O’Dell
Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. Mr. Mueller is active as a baseball and basketball coach at
Harahan Playground for his son, Robbie.
His professional memberships include the American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants (AICPA), the
Society of Louisiana Certified Public Accountants (SLCPA),
and the National Society for Tax Professionals
(NSTP). Mr. Mueller participates annually in the Tax Hotline sponsored by SLCPA.
You may e-mail Mr. Mueller at rmueller@ericksenkrentel.com.
