Mid-level Tax Associate Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Mid-level Tax Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in general transactional tax work. The candidate should possess exceptional academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills. California Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly is required.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel in a wide range of transactional tax matters.
• Collaborate with clients to analyze and structure tax-efficient transactions.
• Conduct due diligence, legal research, and analysis related to tax implications.
• Draft and review legal documents, including tax-related provisions in contracts and agreements.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations and provide proactive advice to clients.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience as an attorney in general transactional tax work.
• Exceptional academic credentials.
• Comparable law firm experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• California Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active California Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents with tax-related provisions.
• In-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulations related to transactional tax matters.

This international firm covers the full range of corporate law practices, and specializes in niche fields such as transportation, food, and carbon markets; its four offices in the state give the firm a strong presence in California. Attorneys in this firm take an entrepreneurial approach to minimizing risks and maximizing outcomes for leading corporations and investors, and are equally comfortable in the courtroom or the conference room.