State and Local Tax (SALT) Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

State and Local Tax (SALT) Associate Attorney Locations:

Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Reston, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Short Hills, Washington, DC, Wilmington Direct Counsel is seeking a State and Local Tax (SALT) Associate to join a nationally recognized, full-service law firm

with a strong and collaborative tax practice. This position offers the opportunity to work with a cross-office team on sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional state and local tax matters across industries. Role Overview

The SALT Associate will support clients on complex state and local tax issues, including planning, controversy, and transactional matters. The role involves close collaboration with partners and senior attorneys and exposure to strategic, high-level tax work involving multistate projects. Key Responsibilities

Advise clients on a broad range of state and local tax matters, including: Corporate income and franchise tax

Sales and use tax

Property tax

Payroll and withholding tax

Individual and personal income tax

Assist with tax planning, structuring, and transactional analysis

Support audit defense, administrative proceedings, and tax litigation matters

Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis

Draft clear, well-reasoned legal memoranda and correspondence

Manage matters from inception through resolution

Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups

Maintain strong internal and external client relationships

Qualifications

JD from an accredited law school

Admission to practice in the jurisdiction of the office location

3–5 years of dedicated State and Local Tax (SALT) experience

Experience with corporate income/franchise tax and sales and use tax strongly preferred

Exposure to tax controversy or litigation is a plus

Strong research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills

Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Professional Attributes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail and professional judgment

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Commitment to professional development and firm citizenship

Work Environment

Hybrid role with regular in-office presence and some flexibility for remote work

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range:

$260,000 – $365,000 annually, depending on geographic market, experience, and overall qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings