Tax Controversy Counsel

A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a Tax Controversy Counsel with significant experience in tax controversy matters, including audits, appeals, and tax litigation. The ideal candidate will possess strong research and writing skills, exceptional client service abilities, and the capability to manage multiple tax matters independently.

Duties:

• Represent clients in federal, state, and local tax controversies, including audits, administrative appeals, and litigation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of complex tax issues.
• Draft and review legal documents, including memoranda, pleadings, and briefs related to tax controversies.
• Provide strategic tax advice and counsel to clients on dispute resolution with tax authorities.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tax controversy matters concurrently, ensuring deadlines are met and client expectations are exceeded.
• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and stakeholders regarding case updates and legal strategies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• LLM in Taxation is required.
• Admission to the state Bar and license to practice law in New York.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience focused on tax controversy matters, including audits, appeals, and tax litigation.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex tax disputes and delivering favorable outcomes for clients.
• Strong research and writing skills, with a demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret tax laws and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships and effectively convey legal concepts to non-legal professionals.

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and tax-related software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and maintaining high ethical standards.

Associates at this prestigious firm applaud that they are given high-level work paired with ample resources; the result, they say, is that they receive interesting projects and valuable collaborations with senior associates and partners. They also praise its flexible face-time policies paired with market pay.