Is there a way to retrieve a prior year return that another accountant did?

[jean-schwarzcpa-]

Another accountant did returns for a client, but he (the accountant) is not able to retrieve any information on prior year filings, is there any way for the client to get the prior year returns?

[VolvoGirl]

You can also request a transcript from the IRS

Get Transcript | Internal Revenue Service

[xmasbaby0]

.You can get a free transcript from the IRS or for a fee of $43, an actual copy of your tax return.

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506.pdf