Tax Controversy Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Tax Controversy Associate Attorney for its Miami, FL office with the following qualifications and responsibilities:

Job Overview:

The Tax Controversy Associate Attorney will primarily handle tax litigation matters, providing legal representation and counsel to clients facing civil and criminal tax controversies. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, a solid academic record, and a demonstrated ability to navigate complex tax laws and regulations.

Duties:

• Represent clients in tax litigation proceedings before federal and state courts, including Tax Court.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on tax controversy matters, including civil and criminal tax issues, whistleblower claims, and voluntary offshore disclosures.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on tax laws, regulations, and precedent cases.
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on complex tax cases and strategic legal matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and government agencies involved in tax disputes.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• LLM in Taxation is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in tax litigation.
• Active license to practice law in Florida.
• Prior experience representing clients in tax court proceedings.
• Familiarity with civil and criminal tax controversy matters.
• Preferred experience with whistleblower claims and voluntary offshore disclosures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• LLM in Taxation is required.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the state of Florida.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.

Associates at this prestigious firm applaud that they are given high-level work paired with ample resources; the result, they say, is that they receive interesting projects and valuable collaborations with senior associates and partners. They also praise its flexible face-time policies paired with market pay.