Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Palo Alto, CA, is seeking an experienced Tax Associate Attorney to join their team. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of specialized tax experience and offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex tax issues, including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and corporate finance. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide expert tax advice on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and corporate finance transactions.
• Assist clients with equity financings, technology transfers, and complex licensing and collaboration arrangements.
• Develop and implement both domestic and international tax planning strategies.
• Conduct thorough tax research and analysis to ensure compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
• Prepare and review tax-related documentation, including tax returns, filings, and compliance reports.
• Represent clients in tax disputes and negotiations with governmental agencies.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and clients to develop comprehensive tax strategies.
• Stay updated on current tax legislation and trends to provide informed recommendations.
• Mentor and guide junior associates and support staff on tax matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in tax law, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and corporate finance.
• Proven experience in equity financings, technology transfers, and complex licensing and collaboration arrangements.
• Strong knowledge of both domestic and international tax planning.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Superior academic credentials with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and a valid license to practice law.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in representing clients in high-stakes tax disputes.
• Familiarity with emerging tax issues related to technology and innovation.
• Additional certifications or specialized training in tax law.

Skills:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proven track record of excellent client service and relationship management.

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support and virtual counseling.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees and dependents.
• Family-building benefits including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing.
• Paid parental leave and parenting support concierge.
• Access to in-home and center-based backup childcare, tutoring, and college coaching.
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability, and other voluntary insurance options.
• Medicare consulting and firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.