Tax Controversy Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Tax Controversy Associate in Houston, TX. The candidate should have 4 to 7 years of civil tax controversy experience, preferably within a law firm setting. This role involves representing taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service and state tax agencies, conducting legal research, and managing client relationships.

Duties

• Represent taxpayers before the IRS and state tax agencies.
• Conduct efficient legal research and analysis.
• Prepare and review draft legal documents related to tax controversy.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines under attorney supervision.
• Interact daily with clients and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with large transactional practices.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of civil tax controversy experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong technical abilities.
• Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly in the jurisdiction of resident office location.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

• LL.M. in Taxation is a plus.

Skills

• Ability to break down complex topics and identify practical solutions.
• Deliver timely and succinct work product.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.