Tax Planning Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Tax Planning Associate Attorney to join its Tax Planning and Business Transactions section. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of experience in tax planning and business transactional work, with strong research, writing, and drafting skills. The role involves providing legal counsel on various tax-related matters for clients, collaborating with other practice areas, and managing multiple projects independently and in teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on a range of tax planning strategies for business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Provide legal counsel on federal, state, and local tax matters, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Assist clients with tax-efficient structuring of corporate and partnership transactions.
• Draft and review complex legal documents, including tax opinions, transactional agreements, and contracts.
• Research and analyze tax laws, regulations, and legal precedents to provide thorough legal advice.
• Prepare legal memoranda and written correspondence regarding tax planning strategies.
• Assist in representing clients before federal, state, and local tax authorities in audits, appeals, and litigation.
• Collaborate with accountants, financial planners, and other tax professionals to provide comprehensive tax planning solutions.
• Work closely with other practice groups within the firm, such as corporate law, real estate, and estate planning, on transactional matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax law and advise clients accordingly.
• Participate in business development activities, including networking, client presentations, and thought leadership.

Requirements:

• Experience: 1-4 years of experience in tax planning and business transactional work.
• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; LL.M. in Taxation is preferred but not required.
• Certification: Must be admitted to practice law in Texas.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws.
  • Excellent legal research, drafting, and writing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide creative tax solutions.
  • Effective communication and client consultation skills.
  • Attention to detail in preparing legal documents and reviewing transactional agreements.
  • Proficiency in legal research databases and tax-related software.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Job Location:

• Houston, TX

Preferred Qualifications:

• LL.M. in Taxation or equivalent specialized tax training.
• Prior experience in a law firm or accounting firm environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join the large Houston office of this exciting firm. Practice areas include corporate, litigation, tax, employment, and immigration law. This firm is in a period of strong growth, and it needs to hire more talented attorneys immediately. In recent years, this firm has grown very steadily year after year. This firm prides itself on being a strong presence in the Texas market. Associates at this firm give it high marks for a balanced practice. This firm is equally strong in litigation, corporate and tax. One thing we like about this firm is the variety of clients they represent. For example, this firm represents both public and private companies as well as numerous family-run businesses. As such, associates working here often get very early responsibility and also get the opportunity to become as involved in many matters as they are capable of. This firm has a solid reputation in the Texas market and, although less than 50 years old, the firm has established a strong presence for itself there.