Junior Tax Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior Tax Associate in Chicago, IL. This role involves managing client relationships within a private client law environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, drafting, writing, and research skills, along with excellent analytical and critical-thinking abilities. A minimum of three years of public accounting or legal tax experience is required.

Duties

• Conduct legal research on federal, state, and international tax issues.
• Draft memoranda, legal opinions, and client correspondence.
• Assist with tax planning for business transactions, mergers & acquisitions, and reorganizations.
• Review and analyze tax returns, financial statements, and transactional documents.
• Support senior attorneys in advising clients on tax controversies and compliance matters.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting client interests.
• Participate in client meetings and calls, taking notes and preparing summaries as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax law developments through continuing education.
• Advise on, prepare, and/or review federal and state income tax compliance for various entities.
• Review existing business structures to identify potential liability risks and tax leakage.
• Coordinate with accountants, investment advisors, fiduciaries, and external counsel for planning solutions.
• Assist with IRS audits, notices, and voluntary disclosures, managing related correspondence and negotiations.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Illinois.
• LL.M. in Taxation, CPA, CFP, or other relevant designations preferred.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in income tax law, compliance, estate planning, and/or tax controversy.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and client-facing skills.
• Experience advising or working within a family office, private client law firm, or wealth management context preferred.

Education

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Illinois.
• LL.M. in Taxation, CPA, CFP, or other relevant designations preferred.

Skills

• Superior communication, drafting, writing, and research skills.
• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong client-facing abilities.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.