Lateral Tax (RE) Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prominent law firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking experienced associates with 3-6 years of experience to join its tax team, with a specific focus on real estate matters. The ideal candidates will have a strong technical background in tax law, particularly in real estate investment trusts (REITs). Candidates should possess excellent research, writing, communication, and analytical skills, with a creative approach to solving complex and novel legal problems.

Location:

• Washington, D.C.

Duties:

• Provide legal expertise in tax law with a focus on real estate matters, including REITs.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft complex legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tax strategies related to real estate transactions.
• Offer creative solutions for complex and often novel tax issues.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure the successful execution of legal strategies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Experience in tax law with a focus on real estate matters, particularly REITs.
• Exceptional writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to approach complex legal problems with creativity and innovative thinking.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong academic performance is essential.

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in Washington, D.C., or eligibility to be admitted.

Skills:

• Proficiency in tax law, especially in real estate matters.
• Advanced legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a creative approach to tax issues.

Benefits:

• Health care benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.