Lateral Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking associates from 3-5 years of experience to join its growing tax practice. The ideal candidates will have strong technical expertise in tax law and experience in areas such as strategic and private equity M&A transactions, capital markets, investment fund formation, and real estate matters. Excellent communication, analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset are highly valued.

Location:

• Washington, D.C.

Duties:

• Provide legal expertise in tax law, focusing on strategic and private equity M&A transactions.
• Handle matters related to capital markets, including spin-offs and IPOs.
• Assist with investment fund formation and real estate tax-related matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents and memoranda.
• Engage directly with clients to deliver tailored legal solutions.
• Participate in public speaking engagements, including national tax conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues through in-office interactions to foster teamwork.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Experience in strategic and private equity M&A transactions, capital markets, investment fund formation, or real estate matters.
• Excellent oral communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to approach complex problems creatively and develop innovative legal strategies.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong academic credentials are required.

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in Washington, D.C., or eligibility to obtain admission.

Skills:

• Strong technical understanding of tax law.
• Advanced research and writing abilities.
• Interpersonal skills for client interaction and teamwork.
• Ability to handle complex legal matters and provide strategic solutions.
• Enthusiasm for public speaking and professional presentations.

Benefits:

• Health care benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.