Tax Controversy Associate Attorney

A law firm in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a Tax Controversy Associate Attorney to join their Tax Controversy & Litigation Department. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with federal tax controversy disputes, including audits, appeals, and litigation, and possess strong knowledge of substantive federal income tax issues.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work directly with the Tax Controversy & Litigation Department Practice Group Leader and the Managing Shareholder.
• Handle federal tax controversy disputes, including audits, appeals, and litigation.
• Advise clients on substantive federal income tax issues.
• Assist with corporate and partnership tax matters.
• Draft and review legal documents related to tax controversies.
• Represent clients in IRS, Tax Court, and other administrative proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex tax issues.
• Provide clear and effective communication in both oral and written forms.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of federal tax controversy experience.
• Practical experience with federal tax controversy disputes, including audits, appeals, and litigation.
• Knowledge of substantive federal income tax issues.
• Corporate and partnership tax experience is a plus.
• Law firm, accounting firm, IRS, Tax Court, and/or Department of Justice (Tax Division) experience is preferred.
• Excellent academic and employment credentials.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written form.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be admitted to practice in at least one state (admission in Pennsylvania is a plus).

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• A degree in accounting, CPA license, or LL.M. in Tax is helpful.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Superior legal writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

This diversified law practice firm is in its fourth decade and is focused on the highest level of client service with more than 100 attorneys as part of the team. With offices in Atlanta, Denver, Dallas, Houston, Philadelphia and San Antonio, the firm specializes in more than 25 practice groups including appellate law, bankruptcy, restructuring, reorganization & creditors? rights, captive insurance companies, commercial litigation, condemnation and eminent domain, construction Law, corporate, securities & finance, criminal tax defense, employee benefits & executive compensation, employment counseling, employment tax, energy and maritime, equine law, estate planning & administration, immigration and EB-5 investments, insurance law, intellectual property, international tax, labor & employment litigation, real estate, state and local tax planning & controversy and tax.