Tax Associate Attorney

A law firm in Denver, CO, is seeking a Tax Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of experience. The ideal candidate should possess a broad range of experience in tax, including partnerships and M&A. Large law firm experience is preferred. They must have excellent academic credentials and strong written and oral communication skills. The candidate should be entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and highly motivated to help grow the practice and serve clients.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and counsel on a variety of tax matters, including partnerships and M&A transactions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support tax-related projects and initiatives.
• Draft legal documents, including agreements, memoranda, and opinions, related to tax matters.
• Assist with tax planning and strategy development for clients.
• Represent clients in tax-related disputes and controversies, including audits and appeals.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Colorado State Bar or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.
• 2-3 years of experience in tax law, preferably in a large law firm setting.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience with partnerships and M&A transactions.
• Excellent academic credentials, including a strong academic record.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Colorado State Bar or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on business development.
• Team-oriented approach with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Highly motivated with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

This is a large Denver firm with strong roots in the Rocky Mountain region. This firm has consistently been ranked one of the top business law firms in the Denver area; however, the firm also does numerous other types of work apart from business law. This firm is growing at a decent clip and is one of the larger law firms in the Denver area. This firm represents clients of all sizes--ranging from start-ups to some of the larger Fortune 500 companies. The firm has succesfully represented clients in all industries. Nevertheless, the firm's present day strengths appear to be in the representation of clients in the natural resources and emerging technology sectors. Additionally, this firm has a very attractive rate structure that enables it to hold on to numerous clients and attract others. This firm recruits primarily from local Colorado law schools and also draws from some national law schools. There is a good sense of community at this firm and, while there are certainly more prestigious firms in the Denver area, this firm is a good place to work and there are actually opportunities for advancement here.