Senior Tax Associate Attorney or Counsel

A law firm in New York City is seeking a Senior Tax Associate Attorney or Counsel with 7+ years of experience working on tax matters with federal and state elements. The ideal candidate must have significant experience in one or more of the following specialties: Partnership taxation, mergers and acquisitions, or tax considerations relating to real estate investments. Knowledge of state and local tax laws is a plus, and experience with tax-exempt organizations is also preferred. Large law firm experience is preferred. The Senior Tax Associate Attorney or Counsel will be responsible for providing comprehensive tax advice and counsel to clients, with a focus on partnership taxation, mergers and acquisitions, and/or tax considerations relating to real estate investments. The role requires a strong academic background, and excellent research, writing, and communication skills.

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive tax advice and counsel to clients
• Specialize in partnership taxation, mergers, and acquisitions, or tax considerations relating to real estate investments
• Conduct legal research and analysis on tax matters
• Draft legal documents, opinions, and memoranda
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and government agencies
• Assist in the development of tax strategies and structures
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience working on tax matters with federal and state elements
• Significant experience in partnership taxation, mergers and acquisitions, or tax considerations relating to real estate investments
• Knowledge of state and local tax laws (preferred)
• Experience with tax-exempt organizations (preferred)
• Large law firm experience (preferred)
• Bar admission required

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Bar admission required

Skills:

• Strong academic background
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Expertise in tax law
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

A regional powerhouse firm with strong political history, this firm is regarded as the 15th Best Law Firm in the Mid-Atlantic. Associates value the work/life balance, the people, and the commitment to associate developments. The firm allows associates to work flexible hours while remaining omitted professionals. The firm?s focus is client and industry development, as well as collaborative culture, where each attorney ahs pledged to provide at least 25 hours of pro bono work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.