Tax Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a mid-level Tax Associate Attorney in New York, New York. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and other strategic transactions.

Duties

• Manage components of transactions independently.
• Handle domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Advise on private equity and hedge fund matters.
• Work on real estate and REIT taxation.
• Engage in complex capital markets transactions.
• Participate in bankruptcy and workout processes.
• Contribute to structured finance and securitization projects.
• Support lending and project finance initiatives.
• Assist start-up and early-stage companies.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in a federal transactional tax practice.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Active member of the New York Bar or California Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar membership in New York or California.

Skills

• Proficiency in managing complex transactions.
• Excellent communication and drafting abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options.
• Parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options.
• Tax-free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program access.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and professional associations.
• In-house pro bono counsel support.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations.

This is one of the world's largest international law firms. This large and prominent New York firm's legal practice encompasses every major area of commercial law. Attorneys work closely together across offices and practice specialties. They share a dedication to superior client service, a culture of sharing and teamwork and a commitment to give back to the profession and the community. Associates participate in firm governance through membership in many of the firm's committees. Experienced attorneys devote a significant amount of time to the training and development of associates, and all attorneys are evaluated in part on their commitment to, and expertise in, the area of attorney development. Attorneys work very hard here, but they are rewarded with competitive salaries and nice bonuses.