Quick overview
Job description
About the Role
A mid-level associate will support a tax controversy practice within a large litigation department. The role involves civil and criminal tax matters and offers the opportunity to help grow the practice alongside an experienced senior attorney.
What You'll Do
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 legal issues and draft briefs, memoranda, and other written work product.
Advise clients on tax procedures, reporting and disclosure requirements, and penalty avoidance and abatement strategies.
Collaborate with litigation attorneys on matters involving tax issues, including white-collar defense and professional malpractice disputes.
What We're Looking For
Three to five years of tax controversy experience, including litigation or controversy work beyond transactional tax matters.
A JD and an LLM in Taxation, or current enrollment in an LLM program with completion by Fall 2028.
Relevant experience as a law firm tax controversy associate, tax court clerk, or attorney in a government role focused on tax.
Active bar admission, or an admission process nearing completion, in the state where you will work: New York, Pennsylvania, or the District of Columbia.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Familiarity with Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and Microsoft Office.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary is $230,000 to $250,000 annually. Bonus eligibility begins at 1,900 billable hours, with additional bonuses for hours above that threshold and a percentage of qualifying fees. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location
Hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week in the office. The primary location is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. New York, New York, and Washington, DC, are also available.