Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Corporate Associate Attorney - Tax to join its dynamic team in Florham Park, NJ. The candidate will work on cross-office tax and corporate transactional teams, providing comprehensive legal support on U.S. federal income tax matters.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice on U.S. federal income tax matters related to corporate transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-office tax and corporate transactional teams to support complex deals.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on tax issues.
• Draft and review tax-related documents and agreements.
• Advise clients on tax planning strategies and compliance.
• Assist in structuring and negotiating tax aspects of corporate transactions.
• Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations and inform clients accordingly.
• Support senior attorneys in developing and implementing tax-efficient strategies for clients.
• Prepare and present legal opinions and memoranda on tax issues.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of law firm experience in U.S. federal income tax matters.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-office teams.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar.

Certifications:

Active membership in the New Jersey State Bar.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. federal income tax laws and regulations.
• Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Keen attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.

Benefits Offered:

• Productivity and discretionary bonuses.
• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.

A Vault 100 firm widely cited for its outstanding mentorship opportunities for new associates and for its prestigious clientele, associates also applaud its impressive pro-bono policies, which consider pro-bono work just as important as billable work in calculating bonuses and advancement. They also cite mobility within the firm and say that lower-level associates often work closely with partners on projects, making growth opportunities abundant to those looking for career development.