Mid-Level Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Tax Associate Attorney in San Diego, California. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and other strategic transactions, with a focus on federal transactional tax practice.

Duties

• Manage components of domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Handle private equity and hedge fund taxation matters.
• Advise on real estate and REIT taxation.
• Engage in complex capital markets transactions, including structured notes.
• 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 with tax-related issues.

Requirements

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

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York or California.

Skills

• Proficiency in managing transaction components independently.
• Excellent analytical and drafting abilities.
• Strong communication skills.

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, including access to health care advocates and wellness apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel for pro bono opportunities.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations.

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