Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Mid-Level Tax Controversy Associate Attorney – San Francisco, Washington, D.C., New York, Palo Alto
Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Tax Controversy Associate Attorney to join a highly regarded, nationally recognized law firm with a robust tax practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex tax disputes and litigation involving multinational corporations, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices.
Key Responsibilities: - Handle sophisticated tax disputes, including international tax and transfer pricing matters .
- Represent clients in federal and state tax audits, administrative appeals, and litigation .
- Interact with clients, in-house tax and legal teams, opposing and co-counsel, accounting firms, and representatives from taxing authorities.
- Conduct in-depth legal research and draft persuasive memoranda, motions, and briefs.
- Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a highly strategic and team-oriented environment .
Qualifications: - 3-5 years of relevant experience in tax litigation or controversy at a law firm, accounting firm, or government agency (IRS Chief Counsel, DOJ Tax, Tax Court, or a relevant clerkship).
- Strong background in tax law, tax procedure, and dispute resolution .
- A degree or coursework in economics or accounting is a plus.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills , with the ability to convey complex tax issues effectively.
- Admission to practice in the jurisdiction of interest.
Why Join?- Work with renowned tax attorneys handling high-profile cases.
- Engage in challenging and high-stakes tax litigation with substantial client impact.
- Be part of a firm that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth .
- The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $260,000 - $365,000 per year depending on the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications.
- This is a hybrid role with some in-office expectations.
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