Taxation Attorney

Job Title: Taxation Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Taxation Attorney to join their well-established Tax Practice Group. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled professional to provide high-level legal services in tax-related matters, offering comprehensive solutions in a variety of complex legal scenarios.

Duties:

• Provide strategic advice on minimizing tax burdens for clients in various areas including mergers & acquisitions, real estate, business tax planning, and nonprofit tax planning.
• Assist in employee benefits structuring, business succession, wealth transfer, and charitable planning.
• Handle cases involving federal, state, and local taxation matters.
• Represent clients in tax disputes and controversies, including IRS Administrative Appeals, U.S. Tax Court, and Federal District Courts.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tailored legal strategies addressing both immediate tax issues and long-term financial goals.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 6 years of law firm experience, with a significant focus on tax law.
• Proficiency in handling complex tax-related matters for businesses and individuals.
• Strong litigation skills for representing clients in tax controversies before various courts and administrative bodies.

Education:

• LLM degree in Taxation or a related field from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in good standing.
• Relevant certifications or licenses to practice law in the state of North Carolina or the willingness to obtain them.

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex tax and financial issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, courts, and colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently and effectively, maintaining high standards of legal service.

Job Location:

• Charlotte, NC

Formed in the first quarter of the twentieth century, this North Carolina-based law firm is comprised of a fairly large team of highly skilled attorneys. It has nine practice groups, including corporate, commercial real estate, litigation, and trusts & estates. Prominent legal periodicals have time and again recognized several of the firm's attorneys for their solid legal expertise.