Principal Tax & Benefits Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Tax & Benefits Attorney based in Seattle, WA, to advise on complex business matters, including mergers, reorganizations, acquisitions, and other financial transactions. This role entails providing specialized legal support to develop, implement, and manage employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) and other employee benefit plans governed by ERISA.

Duties

• Lead and advise on corporate transactions, such as mergers, reorganizations, and acquisitions.
• Oversee the structuring and administration of employee benefits plans, including ESOPs and ERISA-compliant plans.
• Collaborate with clients and legal teams on large-scale projects and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Utilize strategic thinking to provide sound legal guidance that aligns with the client's business goals.
• Build and maintain client relationships through exceptional service.
• Engage in pro bono and public service work, supporting causes and clients that reflect firm values.

Requirements

• Experience: 10+ years in corporate or transactional law, focusing on major deals and acquisitions.
• Skills: Strong business acumen and strategic thinking; adept in complex project coordination.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent judgment, discretion, tact, and communication.
• Additional Experience: ESOP experience, LL.M. in Tax, and a partial portable book of business are advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law.

Skills

• Expertise in corporate tax law and employee benefits regulations.
• Proficiency with ERISA and other compliance standards for benefits plans.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Commuter allowance
• Disability and life insurance
• Parental leave
• Billable credit hours for approved diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono work
• Annual bonus and additional benefits

Time for a change? Come up to the Pacific Northwest and really thrive within a diverse group of lawyers and a power pack of national and international clients. This is a long-established firm with an enthusiastic commitment to community endeavors. Here is a real opportunity for professional growth and civic satisfaction for highly qualified, motivated candidates. This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. They are well known for their strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in their fields. This firm also has an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have good management, and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.