Lateral Associate - Tax

A law firm seeks Lateral Associates from the law school graduating classes of 2019 to 2021 to join its esteemed and expanding tax practice in New York. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse tax-related matters, including strategic transactions and investment fund formation, while emphasizing collaboration and client interaction.

Duties

• Engage in research and writing on technical aspects of tax law to support various cases and transactions.
• Participate in strategic and private equity M&A transactions, including capital markets activities such as spin-offs and IPOs.
• Assist in the formation of investment funds and advise on real estate tax matters.
• Apply analytical skills to address complex tax issues creatively and effectively.
• Communicate directly with clients, providing legal insights and fostering strong relationships.
• Participate in public speaking opportunities, including presenting at national tax conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the office to enhance teamwork and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Graduation from law school between 2019 and 2021, with a strong understanding of tax law.
• Experience in M&A transactions, capital markets, investment fund formation, or real estate matters is preferred.
• Exceptional oral communication and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials demonstrating capability in tackling complex legal issues.
• Enthusiasm for direct client interaction and public speaking.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active member in good standing with the bar association in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and writing, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Strong analytical abilities to address novel and challenging tax-related problems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate client relationships and collaborative efforts.
• A proactive approach to learning and engaging with colleagues and clients alike.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package may include health care, retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), parental leave, basic life insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Additional performance-based bonuses may also be available.

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.