Mid-level Tax Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a talented mid-level Tax Associate Attorney to join its dynamic tax practice. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex transactional tax matters while collaborating with a team of skilled professionals in a thriving legal environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong interest in tax law, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a proven track record of success in similar roles.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on transactional tax matters, including mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
• Collaborate closely with clients and other attorneys to develop strategies for tax-efficient business transactions.
• Conduct detailed tax research, analyze complex issues, and draft legal opinions.
• Assist in structuring and executing tax-related transactions for both domestic and international clients.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international tax laws and regulations.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
• Assist with the mentoring and training of junior associates and support staff.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• 4-6 years of experience in transactional tax law.
• Strong academic background with demonstrated legal expertise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects.
• Must be admitted (or eligible to waive in) to the New York Bar.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York Bar (or ability to waive in).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in tax law, including federal, state, and international tax issues.
• Experience in transactional tax work.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to clients.

Job Location:

• New York City, NY

With more than 3,200 lawyers, this is one of the biggest law practices in the world. Tracing its roots back to the early 19th century, this is a fully integrated global law firm with a comprehensive U.S. practice. Its attorneys lend their expertise in banking and finance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, intellectual property, public policy, real estate, and e-commerce to nearly one-half of the Fortune 500 companies in industries such as banking, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. The firm offers these clients a combination of locally qualified lawyers along with practitioners deeply experienced in international matters in virtually all of the key financial centers in the world. In the U.S., it has top-ranked transactional capabilities complemented by one of the strongest litigation practices in the country.