Partner
Courtland “Cory” Van Deusen V
CPA
Cory advises businesses, entrepreneurs, and private clients on tax strategies that support growth, investment, and long-term financial goals. He works extensively with companies navigating expansion, ownership transitions, and transaction opportunities, with experience in due diligence, succession planning, and transaction structuring. Cory also helps clients identify business development incentives and tax credits, including programs such as Start-Up NY, Opportunity Zones, the Excelsior Jobs Program, Qualified Emerging Technology Companies, and local IDA benefits. He leads Lumsden McCormick’s commercial services group, helping businesses make strategic decisions at every stage of growth.
Education
Niagara University, Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting with a minor in Computer and Information Sciences
Community
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary School, Board Member
Niagara University Accounting Advisory Board, former President
Professional
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
NYCPA – The New York State Society of CPAs
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