Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is seeking a Tax Associate Attorney with up to five years of experience to join its elite tax law practice group. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting various practice groups, specifically in real estate transactions, corporate transactions, and tax-related litigation. This position involves structuring, drafting business agreements, direct client engagement, and providing tax controversy support. It is an excellent opportunity to work on challenging transactions while gaining exposure to a wide range of tax-related matters.

Location:

• Sacramento, California

Duties:

• Support various practice groups on tax issues in real estate transactions, corporate transactions, and tax-related litigation.
• Structure, draft, and document business agreements.
• Provide direct engagement with clients, offering tailored tax advice and solutions.
• Assist in tax controversy and litigation support.
• Provide general tax advice across a variety of matters.
• Participate in the planning and documentation of complex transactions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to resolve tax-related legal issues.

Requirements:

• Admitted to the California Bar.
• Up to five years of experience in tax law or a related field.
• Strong experience in tax issues related to business transactions and tax litigation.
• Attention to detail with excellent drafting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact directly with clients.
• Ability to handle complex tax matters with efficiency and precision.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• LL.M. in Taxation or a Tax Concentration is preferred.

Certifications:

• Admitted to the California Bar.

Skills:

• Strong drafting and legal writing skills.
• In-depth knowledge of tax law, including business transactions and tax litigation.
• Excellent attention to detail and precision in legal documentation.
• Ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote work policy (up to two days per week).
• 401(k) matching and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Objective and subjective annual bonuses.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

This full-service business litigation firm has expertise in many areas, including entity formation and consultation, corporate transactions, intellectual property, real estate, secured transactions, taxation, and estate planning. This firms attorneys are recognized in Sacramento for their expertise in business litigation and business counseling and transactions. The firm has won cases before the Supreme Court of California and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. There is a strong sense of community in this firm environment. It has a strong presence in many business, arts, and charitable organizations.