Mid-Level Transactional Tax Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Transactional Tax Associate in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience advising on domestic transactional tax matters, supporting a variety of corporate and real estate transactions.

Duties

• Advise clients on U.S. federal income tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions, partnership formations, and restructurings.
• Structure and analyze transactions involving partnerships, LLCs, and corporations.
• Draft and negotiate tax provisions in various agreements and financing documents.
• Provide tax support on real estate joint ventures and other transactional matters.
• Conduct tax diligence and prepare memoranda analyzing transaction structures.
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, real estate, and finance practices.

Requirements

• Experience drafting and negotiating complex transactional documents.
• Strong background in domestic partnership and corporate tax matters.
• Demonstrated analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent academic credentials and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and interact directly with clients.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active California Bar admission.
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred but not required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in drafting complex agreements.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentive compensation.
• Significant bonus opportunities.
• Substantial client contact and meaningful responsibility.
• Practice development opportunities and long-term professional growth.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace.

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