Tax Controversy Associate

About the Role

Join a growing tax controversy practice within a large litigation department, working closely with an experienced senior partner. The role supports clients in civil and criminal tax matters, including disputes and related litigation.

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, white-collar defense, and accounting or legal malpractice.

What We're Looking For

• Three to five years of tax controversy associate experience.

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

• Tax controversy or litigation experience from a law firm, court clerkship, or government tax practice. Exposure to both civil and criminal matters is a plus.

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

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

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

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary is $230,000 to $250,000 annually. Eligible associates may earn incremental bonuses based on billable hours and collected fees. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week in the office. The primary location is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. New York City and Washington, DC are also available.