Real Estate Tax Associate

Real Estate Tax Associate

Location: Homewood, IL
Schedule: Full-time, exempt; Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Work environment: In-office

About Our Firm

Our well-established and growing law firm specializes in commercial, industrial, and investment property tax appeals. We are seeking a dedicated Real Estate Tax Associate for our Homewood, Illinois office. We value motivated professionals who are eager to learn and committed to delivering exceptional client service. This role offers an opportunity for an attorney passionate about property tax law, economic development incentives, and real estate taxation.

About the Role

As a Real Estate Tax Associate, you will manage property tax appeals and related legal matters. The role combines analytical work, legal drafting, client communication, and participation in economic development initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, file, and manage complaints, briefs, and supporting evidence for property tax appeals involving income-producing and owner-occupied properties.
• Analyze assessment records, valuation histories, and related documentation to develop effective appeal strategies.
• Manage property tax appeals for complex real estate development projects, including new construction, substantial rehabilitation, and demolition matters.
• Monitor filings, assist with court call management, and support document production for tax objection cases in Circuit Court proceedings.
• Participate in economic development aspects of property tax appeals, including tax incentive programs such as Class 6b, Class 7, Class 8, and Tax Increment Financing (TIF), with opportunities for training and experience.
• Maintain appeal dockets and oversee the process of obtaining, monitoring, and renewing tax incentive classifications.
• Assist with tax proration matters and other related projects as assigned.
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding appeal status, information requests, outcomes, and strategic recommendations.
• Coordinate with county representatives regarding hearings, scheduling, settlements, refunds, and related matters.
• Prepare and maintain professional correspondence and legal documentation.
• Participate in Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois law license in good standing.

Preferred

• Two or more years of experience researching and filing property tax appeals with local assessing bodies and property tax appeal agencies.
• Experience in real estate law, municipal development, or property tax appeals.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong legal writing and business communication skills, including the ability to draft clear and persuasive briefs and correspondence.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities independently.
• Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential information.
• Ability to interpret complex assessment and valuation data.
• Effective interpersonal skills for collaborating with clients, appraisers, attorneys, and government officials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and related business software.

Who You Are

The successful candidate is a self-starter who learns quickly, takes initiative, and thrives in a collaborative professional environment. While prior property tax appeal experience is highly desirable, a demonstrated ability to master new concepts and achieve results is equally valued.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement plan for eligible employees

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status under applicable law.