Dimitrios G. Christopoulos to Break Down Newly Mandated Sales Tax Rules for Leasing Dispensing Equipment on Behalf of ABDI
Dimitrios G. Christopoulos will provide an in-depth review of the new statutory requirement that took effect on January 1, 2025, mandating that distributors charge sales tax on all equipment leased to retailers. Dimitri will present the session “New Sales Tax Rules for Leasing Dispensing Equipment,” on Wednesday, March 12, at 8 am CT on behalf of the Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois.
Dimitri will discuss key updates, including recent clarification from the Department of Revenue and the new requirement for distributers to charge retailers for both state sales taxes on all leased equipment. Leased property under this rule includes beer wagons, dispensing equipment and other rented items, which will be covered in more detail in the presentation.
This presentation is for ABDI members only. Members will receive a link to the presentation with materials directly from ABDI by the end of the day on Tuesday, March 11.
Christopoulos Dickens attorneys prepare a monthly presentation on trending industry topics on behalf of ABDI. On Wednesday, April 16, Dimitri and ABDI Vice President Chris Coleman will discuss the legislative and rule making process for alcohol legislation.
ABDI is the unified voice of beer distributors in Illinois, dedicated to advocating for the interests of beer wholesalers and their employees. Committed to upholding the integrity of the three-tier system, ABDI promotes responsible beer sales and consumption throughout the state. Learn more about ABDI here.
Dimitri has extensive experience representing suppliers, importers, distributors and retailers before federal, state and local regulatory commissions. Clients seek his unique and intricate understanding of all aspects of the beverage alcohol and hospitality industry in Chicago, throughout Illinois and nationwide. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and has taught other attorneys on industry issues for continuing legal education.
