Tax Controversy Associate

About the Role

Join the litigation team of a large, full-service law firm as a mid-level tax controversy associate. You will work alongside an experienced tax litigator and help grow the practice across civil and criminal tax matters.

What You'll Do

• Support civil and criminal tax litigation, white-collar defense, and complex commercial disputes.

• Handle IRS administrative proceedings, including audits, appeals, and summons enforcement matters.

• Litigate tax controversy cases in Tax Court, federal district court, and the Court of Federal Claims.

• Research and draft briefs, memoranda, and other legal work product.

• Advise clients on tax procedures, reporting and disclosure requirements, and penalty avoidance or abatement strategies.

• Work with litigation colleagues on matters involving tax issues, including white-collar defense and professional malpractice claims.

What We're Looking For

• Three to five years of tax controversy experience in a law firm, tax court, or government role focused on tax matters.

• JD and an LLM in Taxation, or current enrollment with completion by Fall 2028.

• Active bar admission, or completion of the admission process, in the state where you will work: New York, Pennsylvania, or Washington, DC.

• Experience with tax controversy or litigation, in addition to transactional tax work; exposure to both civil and criminal matters is beneficial.

• Strong legal research and writing skills, with familiarity using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and Microsoft Office.

• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary is $230,000 to $250,000 annually. Bonus eligibility begins at 1,900 billable hours, with additional bonus opportunities tied to hours and collected fees. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid, with at least three days per week in the office. The primary location is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Other office options are New York, New York, and Washington, DC.