Lateral Tax (RE) Associate

Job Overview
A well-established and growing law firm is seeking an associate to join its expanding tax team in Washington, D.C., with a focus on real estate matters. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of tax law and demonstrate a keen interest in real estate, particularly REITs. Candidates must have excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills, as well as a creative approach to solving complex legal challenges. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a high-performing team and grow within a dynamic firm.

Location

• Washington, D.C.

Duties

• Advise clients on tax issues related to real estate, including REITs and other real estate investment structures.
• Conduct legal research and provide tax analysis on a range of real estate transactions.
• Draft and review legal documents such as tax-related memoranda, contracts, and client communications.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex tax and real estate matters.
• Assist in developing creative legal solutions to complex tax problems.
• Manage client relationships and support business development efforts.
• Stay informed on changes to tax laws, especially those affecting the real estate sector.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in tax law (for associates from law school class years 2019 to 2022).
• Experience with real estate tax issues, including REITs, preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to solve complex and novel legal problems.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Strong academic credentials and a commitment to professional growth.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar (District of Columbia) required.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of tax law, particularly in relation to real estate.
• Exceptional legal research and drafting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Health care coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation days.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.