Associate Attorney

Gamoran Legal Consulting; United States; On-site; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal mentorship from recognized SALT practitioners

Ongoing professional development

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

A legal consulting firm based in New York is seeking a talented Junior Associate to join its State & Local Tax practice. This role involves conducting legal research, supporting litigation processes, and advising clients on complex tax issues. Candidates should have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New York Bar. The position offers competitive compensation of $225,000 to $260,000, along with growth and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in legal practice.
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated interest in tax law, particularly SALT.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents on SALT issues.
• Support attorneys in multistate audits and litigation.
• Advise clients on state and local tax planning.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Admission to the New York Bar

Job description

Junior Associate – State & Local Tax (SALT)

Location: New York, NY

Practice Group: Tax – State & Local Tax (SALT)

Experience Level: 1–3 Years

Compensation Range: $225,000 – $260,000 (based on experience)

Position Type: Full-Time | On-site

Job Description

Our client is seeking a talented Junior Associate (1–3 years of experience) to join its accomplished State & Local Tax (SALT) practice in New York. Join a dynamic team serving Fortune 100 and leading industry clients across all areas of SALT controversy, litigation, consulting, planning, and policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda, protests, pleadings, and briefs on SALT issues
• Supporting attorneys in all phases of multistate audits, administrative appeals, litigation, and settlement negotiations
• Advising clients on complex state and local tax planning and transactions
• Participating in practice group meetings, trainings, presentations, and business development initiatives

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; LL.M. in Taxation is preferred but not required
• Admission to the New York Bar, in good standing
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality legal work
• Demonstrated interest in tax law, particularly SALT matters
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively in a team-focused environment

Why Join Us

• Early responsibility and hands-on involvement in substantive SALT matters
• Exposure to high-profile and cutting-edge tax issues across diverse industries
• Formal and informal mentorship from nationally recognized SALT practitioners
• Ongoing professional development and trial advocacy training, including deposition and trial workshops
• Competitive Am Law 100 compensation and benefits

Compensation

The New York base pay range for this role is $225,000 – $260,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.