Legal Administrative Specialist

Job Title

Conducts independent investigation and analysis of allegations of Circular 230 violations in practice before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Conducts extensive legal research into allegations of violations of Circular 230 and/or provisions of Federal and State statutes, regulations, and legal authorities that relate to fitness to practice before the IRS. Prepares legal memorandum and other written analyses on the merits of the case.

May review work of other OPR Legal Analysis Branch (LAB) employees...as necessary in acting capacity, over other attorneys, and administrative personnel to ensure the appropriate advancement and resolution of cases.

Assists Business Units with the interpretation and application of Circular 230 and other laws relevant to practice before the IRS and discipline affecting the privilege to practice.

Prepares Complaints to initiate litigation against practitioners and/or other third-parties under OPR's jurisdiction before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), stipulations, and other documents having legal implications. Incumbent prepares evidentiary file and other discovery documents for the General Legal Services (GLS) division of the Office of Chief Counsel. Collaborates with GLS and may testify before an ALJ.

Conducts presentations for internal and external stakeholders on the application of Circular 230 to tax practitioners who represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service.

Responsible for searching for, identifying, and making recommendations on the release of records or information responsive to requests made under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Privacy Act, Government in the Sunshine Act, and Federal Advisory Committee.

Performs other duties as assigned.