Tax Disputes Associate

A well-regarded law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a 1st or 2nd year tax associate with 1-4 years of relevant experience to join its Tax Disputes & Tax Litigation practice group. Ideal candidates will possess tax controversy experience and substantive tax knowledge, which may be gained from law firm or government agency experience (IRS or DOJ). Academic knowledge in tax may also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and draft internal and client legal memoranda
• Perform intensive factual investigations and conduct witness interviews
• Respond to IRS requests for information and manage eDiscovery
• Draft persuasive motions and briefs, and defend depositions
• Work on client representation teams before the IRS examination function, the IRS Independent Office of Appeals, and in litigation

Associates in this role will quickly gain significant responsibility regarding factual development, legal research, and persuasive legal writing, along with direct client contact and interaction with the IRS on behalf of clients.

Qualifications:

• Strong academic credentials and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and sound judgment
• Ability to work effectively as a team player under deadline pressure
• Applicants with an LLM in Tax or knowledge in substantive tax areas, prior experience with the IRS or DOJ Tax Division, or previous experience as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) are encouraged to apply.

The firm represents a diverse range of clients, from large companies in federal tax litigation to closely held businesses and individuals undergoing IRS examination. Many cases involve international tax components, and the Tax Disputes & Litigation practice group frequently collaborates with other tax specialists in corporate, partnership, international tax, tax-exempt organizations, and trusts & estates.

Highlights:

Firm Type: Boutique
Practice: Tax Controversy
Salary: $150,000 – $250,000 + Signing Bonus
Location: Washington, D.C.
Billable Hour Requirement: 1850
Work Schedule: Hybrid Work Model
Bar Admission: District of Columbia

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply or reach out directly to the Head of Professional Services – Max Bridge.   #TPOPS