Geschwind v. Brorsen

Parties are referred to herein as in the trial court.

In 1949, defendant received a notice from the Collector of Internal Revenue to bring his financial records and books to the post office at Perry, Oklahoma, for an examination as to the source and extent of his income for certain years. Shortly thereafter, defendant hired plaintiff, who is a licensed attorney and certified public accountant specializing in tax matters, to represent him and assist in straightening out his tax troubles. The contract of employment was partly oral and partly written, but its terms, including a rate of payment…