Tax Attorney

A law firm in Richmond is seeking an experienced Tax Attorney with a focus on tax and transactional matters. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in mergers and acquisitions, multistate tax issues, federal, state, and local tax controversies, as well as experience in global transactions, restructuring, private equity, and venture capital.

Duties:

• Handle tax-related legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, multistate tax issues, federal, state, and local tax controversies, global transactions, restructurings, private equity, and venture capital.
• Conduct due diligence reviews for various transactions.
• Provide expertise in federal and state tax incentives.
• Perform technical research on tax matters.
• Ensure compliance with tax return requirements.
• Bring expertise in employee benefits matters.
• Represent public and private organizations with local, national, and multinational operations.

Requirements:

• 7-10 years of experience in a law firm or clerkship setting.
• Extensive experience in tax and transactional matters.
• Prior experience in a law firm environment is highly preferred.
• Admitted to practice in the state.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent academic background.
• Proven ability to represent organizations with diverse operational scales.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to practice law in the state.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of tax and transactional law.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal matters.
• Experience in private equity and venture capital.
• Familiarity with federal and state tax incentives.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.