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Tax Controversy Associate (3-5yrs) - New York

$230k - $250k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Tax Controversy Associate

New York, NY | Philadelphia, PA | Washington, DC | 3–5 Years Experience

Direct Counsel represents a leading national law firm seeking an experienced Tax Controversy Associate to join its Taxation & Wealth Planning practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a tax attorney with strong controversy and litigation experience to work on sophisticated matters involving audits, appeals, tax litigation, and disputes with federal and state taxing authorities.

The Role
  • Represent clients in tax controversy matters, audits, and administrative appeals .
  • Handle tax litigation and related court proceedings.
  • Conduct sophisticated legal research and draft briefs, pleadings, memoranda, and other tax controversy documents.
  • Work on matters involving the U.S. Tax Court, IRS, and other tax authorities .
  • Manage multiple matters simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines.
  • Communicate directly with clients and attorneys regarding strategy and case developments.
  • Develop practical strategies for resolving complex tax disputes.
Qualifications
  • 3–5 years of relevant tax controversy experience .
  • J.D. and LL.M. in Taxation required.
  • Experience with tax audits, appeals, and litigation required.
  • Tax Court clerkship, IRS Counsel, or DOJ Tax Division/Tax Branch experience required.
  • Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Strong academic credentials.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
  • Strong client-service skills and attention to detail.
  • Active Bar admission in the state where the attorney will practice required.
Compensation & Benefits
  • $230,000–$250,000 annual salary in New York and Washington, DC, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Opportunity to handle sophisticated tax controversy and litigation matters.
  • Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility.
  • Collaborative environment with strong professional growth opportunities.

Locations: New York, NY | Philadelphia, PA | Washington, DC

If you're a tax controversy attorney with strong government, Tax Court, or litigation experience looking to work on sophisticated tax disputes, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a leading national tax practice.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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