Tax Controversy and Compliance Associate Attorney

New Haven office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks tax controversy and compliance associate attorney with 2-6 years of experience with either a law or CPA firm. The candidate will be representing clients in federal and state tax controversies, including tax examinations, appeals, and, most commonly, streamlined and voluntary disclosure cases. Must have tax controversy experience, e.g., a clerkship with Tax Court, prior work experience for or with a law or CPA firm or government agency in a civil or criminal tax capacity, or prior course work; International tax experience a plus. Experience reviewing federal and state income tax returns, including international informational reporting forms, as well as associated documentation, e.g., bank and investment account statements essentially. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with IRS agents and other government personnel and favorably settle client tax matters. Aptitude with Microsoft Excel and the ability to calculate and project penalty assessments are essential. Experience with Internal Revenue Service matters needed. Should be admitted in CT (or other state and willing to take/waive into the CT Bar).

The candidate should have strong academic credentials (JD required; LLM, CPA, and MS Tax would be a plus). Strong research, drafting, analytical, and communication skills are needed. Should have strong project management ability; ability to balance a large number of competing priorities. Ability to interpret tax laws, and help resolve clients' tax issues related to their individual, entity, trusts, and estates, domestic and international tax matters needed. Should have the capability to prepare written responses to governmental authorities.

If you practice tax law, this is the place for you. This boutique firm specializes in all areas of federal and state tax law, and they also practice corporate and commercial law. The firm has an impressive list of clients that includes major corporations and high-net worth individuals.