Tax Attorney - Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organizations

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a senior tax attorney specializing in nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience advising on tax compliance, governance, and transactional matters for nonprofit entities.

Duties

• Advise clients on Section 501(c) status and compliance.
• Provide guidance on IRS filings, including Form 1023 and Form 990.
• Counsel on UBTI, private foundation rules, and intermediate sanctions.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and joint ventures.
• Assist clients in IRS audits and disputes.
• Advise boards on governance and fiduciary duties.
• Draft and review policies and agreements.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience with tax-exempt organizations.
• Experience in nonprofit governance and tax compliance.
• Experience advising on corporate structuring and donor management.

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively across teams.
• Strong judgment and professional demeanor.

Benefits

• Opportunities to work with mission-focused clients.
• Mentorship and training programs.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement and financial planning benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.