Tax Attorney

A law firm in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Tax Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, including an LLM (preferred), and will demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities, client relations skills, and the capacity to handle multiple ongoing matters. This role involves providing expert tax advice on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and international transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on tax implications and strategies related to mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and international transactions.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to support tax planning and compliance efforts.
• Draft and review tax-related legal documents, including tax opinions, memoranda, and transactional agreements.
• Collaborate with clients and other legal professionals to develop effective tax strategies.
• Manage several concurrent tax matters, ensuring that all deadlines and client expectations are met.
• Represent clients in negotiations with tax authorities and other relevant entities.
• Stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations to provide accurate and timely advice.

Requirements:

• JD degree from a nationally recognized law school.
• 3-5 years of experience in tax law, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and international transactions.
• LLM degree is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously with high motivation and initiative.
• Strong client relations skills and demonstrated problem-solving abilities.

Skills:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent matters effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of tax law and regulations.
• Strong client management and interpersonal skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Full range of elective benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account (with applicable medical plan), health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term care coverage.
• Backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, and short-term medical benefits.
• Accruing vacation time at the rate of four weeks per year and sick time at the rate of two weeks per year.
• 10 paid holidays each year.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.