Associate Tax Attorney at Wiggam Law Atlanta, GA

Position Summary The Associate Tax Attorney handles all aspects of a client's case, communicating directly with the client and working the case from the start through closure. The Associate Attorney receives support from the firm's senior attorneys in the Firm's tax controversy practice on both federal and state levels. The client matters may include examination, appeals, tax court litigation, voluntary disclosures, offshore asset compliance, innocent spouse, and collection alternatives, as well as representation of investors in syndicated conservation easement investments and Employee Retention Tax Credit work. Responsibilities Provide input and feedback to maintain an excellent client experience Communicate effectively with clients and other counsel Work diligently under the supervision of senior attorneys Interact attentively with representatives from the IRS and state revenue agencies Review, edit, and analyze client financial reports Handle case evaluation, risk assessment, and counseling on various complicated tax problems Accurately track time spent on each case Meet a minimum billable hour requirement of 1650 hours annually Manage workflow, complete tasks daily, ensure deadlines are satisfied, and ensure work is performed accurately, thoroughly, and documented in the firm’s case management system Manage the paralegals assigned to your cases Delegate tasks to support staff Prepare correspondence and legal documents distributed to the IRS and state revenue agencies Utilize Bloomberg and other applicable platforms to conduct legal research Qualifications Preferred tax controversy experience in a law firm, accounting firm, or corporation but not required Must provide a cover letter demonstrating your legitimate interest in tax law Have an active Bar license Proficiency in Adobe and MS Office with expertise in Word and Excel Competency in solving unique problems Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects on time Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and collaboratively with other team members in a professional manner Professional experience with legal time-reporting and billing practices, including the ability to quickly become proficient in the firm’s legal practice management system Strong technical abilities Striving for personal improvement and a willingness to accept constructive criticism Adhere to the firm’s Core Values What we offer A career path from Associate Attorney to Partner Excellent work-life balance A firm that supports philanthropy with monthly contributions selected by its and on-the-job mentoring by senior attorneys and partners Business development coaching Compensation $80,000 - $120,000 yearly Benefits Competitive base compensation ($80,000 to $120,000 annual base salary) Opportunity to earn additional compensation by exceeding billable hour requirements and originating clients Paid time off Employer-provided health insurance Dental and vision insurance available Paid group disability and life insurance policy Up to 4% 401(k) match Annual retirement contribution from the firm’s profit-sharing plan, which could result in $7,500 to $15,000 in additional 401(k) contributions Paid parking or monthly MARTA fare About Company An established tax law firm located in Midtown Atlanta, we were recognized as the 4th fastest-growing law firm in the U.S. in 2020, according to the Law Firm 500. We zealously advocate for clients against the IRS, Georgia Department of Revenue, and other state revenue agencies. We value integrity and teamwork, and while we have uncompromising standards of care and conduct, we love to have fun and reward our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Downtown Boulder Partnership