Analysis Skills, Attorney, Corporate Tax, International Tax, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Negotiation Skills, Research Skills, Tax Accounting, Transfer Pricing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Tax Controversy Associate Attorney (2nd-5th Year) Locations: Boston, Chicago, New York, Washington, D.C. Compensation: Cravath Scale + Full Benefits
Direct Counsel represents an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Tax Controversy Associate Attorney to join its offices in Boston, Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a premier global law firm on sophisticated tax disputes and high-stakes matters. About the Practice Group
The Tax Controversy Practice Group advises clients on complex U.S. federal, state, local, and cross-border tax disputes. The team handles matters involving corporate tax, partnership tax, transfer pricing, international tax, SALT, and criminal tax issues, representing clients throughout audits, investigations, negotiations, litigation, and appeals. About the Role
The firm is seeking 2nd-5th year associates with 2+ years of experience in complex tax disputes to support a sophisticated tax controversy practice.
Responsibilities include:
Advising clients on complex tax controversy matters
Representing clients in disputes with tax authorities, including the IRS
Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda, briefs, and client communications
Assisting with litigation, negotiations, and appellate matters
Collaborating with attorneys across offices and practice groups
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
Admission to the applicable state bar (or eligibility to waive in)
2+ years of experience in tax controversy matters
Experience with corporate, partnership, international tax, transfer pricing, SALT, or criminal tax matters preferred
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Writing sample required for consideration. Compensation & Benefits
Cravath Scale compensation
Full benefits package
Opportunity to work on complex, nationally significant tax matters with a leading global law firm
Direct Counsel connects exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and organizations.