Tax Disputes & Litigation Associate

Overview A specialist tax-focused firm is seeking a junior associate to join its Tax Disputes & Litigation practice in Washington, D.C. The team represents clients across IRS examinations, appeals, and federal tax litigation, offering the opportunity for early responsibility, hands-on factual development, and direct client interaction. This is an exceptional platform for a junior tax litigator looking to deepen their experience in a highly regarded practice. Responsibilities Conduct legal research and draft internal memoranda, client advice, and persuasive briefs. Manage factual investigations, including document review, witness interviews, and responses to IRS information requests. Support matters before the IRS Examination Division, IRS Independent Office of Appeals, and in federal litigation. Participate in eDiscovery, deposition preparation, and defence of depositions. Work collaboratively with senior associates and partners across substantive tax disciplines. Qualifications 1–3 years of tax controversy, tax litigation, or relevant government experience (IRS, Treasury, DOJ). Strong academic credentials with excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills. Detail-oriented, organised, and capable of working under time-sensitive deadlines. LLM in Tax is beneficial but not required. Experience working directly with the IRS or the DOJ Tax Division is advantageous. Genuine interest in tax disputes, factual development, and complex statutory interpretation. Compensation Salary Range: Competitive market rate (DOE) Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, and parental leave benefits, along with strong training, mentorship, and early responsibility Interested? Contact Max at View email address on click.appcast.io to express interest or learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr The People Of: Professional Services