Tax Associate

A law firm seeks a highly skilled Tax Associate to join its growing transactional tax team in Washington, DC. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in M&A, partnership matters, and fund formation, looking to expand their expertise in REITs, joint ventures, and private equity. If you have a passion for tax law and are eager to work with a collaborative, forward-thinking team, this opportunity is for you.

Duties

• Advise clients on tax-related matters in M&A transactions, partnership structuring, and fund formation.
• Guide REITs, private equity, and joint venture tax issues.
• Draft and review tax-related documents, including partnership agreements and corporate structures.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver tax-efficient strategies.
• Stay updated on changes to tax laws and regulations, applying this knowledge to ongoing client matters.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in transactional tax law with a focus on M&A and partnerships.
• Experience in fund formation, REITs, joint ventures, and private equity tax matters is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex tax issues and provide client-focused solutions.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• LL.M. in Taxation is a plus, or significant coursework in taxation at the J.D. level.

Certifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia or eligible for admission.

Skills

• Strong understanding of tax laws, especially as they apply to corporate and partnership tax matters.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in legal writing and tax research.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently.

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This mid-sized firm has strategic offices throughout the nation and is known for litigation, in particular. Even with 60+ attorneys in the DC office, the work is abundant and the associate client contact are substantial. Look to this firm to continue to expand modestly, bringing in more business from an increasingly national clientele. The firm is entering it's third decade of existence and has certainly branched from its roots in insurance litigation.