Attorney (Corporate / Tax)

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $210,000.00 - $325,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected, sophisticated legal team handling complex corporate and tax matters for a diverse business client base.
• Advise clients on high-value transactions, partnership structures, joint ventures, and strategic tax planning.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment that values practical business solutions.
• Enjoy meaningful client interaction and the opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated legal work.
• Hybrid work environment that promotes flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and outstanding health benefits.
• Long-term career growth with opportunities to advance into senior attorney or junior partner-level responsibilities.

Location: Hybrid position based in downtown Chicago, Illinois, offering the flexibility to balance in-office collaboration with remote work.

Note: Applicants must have 5+ years of corporate tax law experience advising clients on partnership structures, joint ventures, operating agreements, and tax strategy. Active Illinois bar admission is required.

About Us

We are a well-established business law firm dedicated to delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions to sophisticated public and private clients. Our attorneys work collaboratively across multiple practice areas to provide exceptional client service while fostering a supportive, professional environment where attorneys can continue to grow their careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Advise clients on the formation, structure, and operation of pass-through partnerships and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate operating agreements and related corporate governance documents.
• Counsel clients on complex federal and state tax strategies.
• Prepare and review tax opinions supporting client transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, finance, real estate, and other transactional practice areas.
• Provide practical legal advice tailored to clients' business objectives.
• Manage multiple sophisticated matters while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and strategic legal counsel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois law license in good standing.
• 5+ years of corporate tax law experience.
• Experience with pass-through partnerships, joint ventures, operating agreements, and tax planning.
• Experience preparing tax opinions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail.
• CPA designation is a plus but not required.
• Candidates with prior law firm experience are welcome from in-house or solo practice backgrounds.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll become part of a collaborative legal team where your work directly impacts sophisticated business clients. We value initiative, professional development, and high-quality legal work while offering the flexibility, resources, and support attorneys need to build long-term careers. Our attorneys enjoy meaningful work, strong mentorship, and an environment focused on excellence without sacrificing collegiality.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance