Senior Tax Controversy Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm located in West Conshohocken, PA, is seeking a Senior Tax Controversy Associate Attorney with 8-10 years of experience in tax controversy. This role involves working on a variety of complex tax issues, including tax court litigation, audits, appeals, and disputes, with a focus on federal income and estate/gift tax matters. The ideal candidate will be able to work both independently and in collaboration with a team of attorneys and staff, with strong communication and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle tax court litigation procedures, including drafting motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Represent clients in tax court trials, appeals, and alternative dispute resolutions.
• Advise and assist clients with IRS audits, investigations, and tax appeals.
• Address issues related to federal income tax, estate tax, and gift tax matters.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tax strategies and solutions to complex tax disputes.
• Work closely with other attorneys, accountants, and tax professionals within the firm.
• Prepare and review tax-related legal documents, agreements, and contracts.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state tax regulations and represent clients in compliance audits.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are updated regularly.
• Provide legal guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys and paralegals.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one state (Georgia, Texas, or Pennsylvania preferred).
• A CPA license, LL.M. in Tax, or a Tax Court clerkship is strongly preferred.
• Previous government experience with the IRS or DOJ-TAX is a plus.

Required Experience:

• 8-10 years of experience in tax controversy, including handling tax disputes, audits, and appeals.
• Practical experience with tax court litigation procedures and trial experience.
• Experience working in a law firm or accounting firm is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal income tax, estate tax, and gift tax issues.

Required Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complex cases independently while collaborating with a larger team.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and tax-related software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and maintain a high standard of work quality.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build client relationships and work with a diverse team of professionals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Practical experience with the IRS, DOJ-TAX, or similar government agencies.
• Tax Court clerkship experience or background in tax litigation.
• Strong academic credentials, with a focus on tax law or related fields.

Job Location:

• West Conshohocken, PA

This diversified law practice firm is in its fourth decade and is focused on the highest level of client service with more than 100 attorneys as part of the team. With offices in Atlanta, Denver, Dallas, Houston, Philadelphia and San Antonio, the firm specializes in more than 25 practice groups including appellate law, bankruptcy, restructuring, reorganization & creditors? rights, captive insurance companies, commercial litigation, condemnation and eminent domain, construction Law, corporate, securities & finance, criminal tax defense, employee benefits & executive compensation, employment counseling, employment tax, energy and maritime, equine law, estate planning & administration, immigration and EB-5 investments, insurance law, intellectual property, international tax, labor & employment litigation, real estate, state and local tax planning & controversy and tax.