Attorney (Corporate / Tax)

Orion Placement; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks an experienced corporate transactional attorney to join our sophisticated legal team in Chicago. The role focuses on structuring, advising on pass-through partnerships, joint ventures, operating agreements, and tax strategies for a diverse client base.

You will collaborate across practice areas, draft critical governance documents, prepare tax opinions, and ensure the highest level of client service while advancing toward senior attorney and partnership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois law license in good standing.
• 2+ years of corporate transactional experience with exposure to tax law.
• Experience with pass-through partnerships, joint ventures, operating agreements, and tax planning.
• Experience preparing tax opinions.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on formation, structure, and operation of pass-through partnerships and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate operating agreements and related governance documents.
• Counsel clients on complex federal and state tax strategies.
• Prepare and review tax opinions supporting client transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, finance, real estate, and other transactional areas.
• Provide practical legal advice aligned with clients’ business objectives.
• Manage multiple sophisticated matters while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through strategic counsel.

Skills

Corporate transactions

Tax planning

Operating agreements

Tax opinions

Strong written/verbal communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Illinois Bar

Job description

Job Description

Pay: $210,000.00 - $325,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected, sophisticated legal team handling complex corporate and tax matters for a diverse business client base.
• Advise clients on high-value transactions, partnership structures, joint ventures, and strategic tax planning.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment that values practical business solutions.
• Enjoy meaningful client interaction and the opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated legal work.
• Hybrid work environment that promotes flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and outstanding health benefits.
• Long-term career growth with opportunities to advance into senior attorney or junior partner-level responsibilities.

Location

Hybrid position based in downtown Chicago, Illinois, offering the flexibility to balance in-office collaboration with remote work.

Note

Applicants must have 2+ years of corporate transactional experience. Must have exposure to tax law. Experience advising clients on partnership structures, joint ventures, operating agreements, and tax strategy. Active Illinois bar admission is required.

About Us

We are a well-established business law firm dedicated to delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions to sophisticated public and private clients. Our attorneys work collaboratively across multiple practice areas to provide exceptional client service while fostering a supportive, professional environment where attorneys can continue to grow their careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Advise clients on the formation, structure, and operation of pass-through partnerships and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate operating agreements and related corporate governance documents.
• Counsel clients on complex federal and state tax strategies.
• Prepare and review tax opinions supporting client transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, finance, real estate, and other transactional practice areas.
• Provide practical legal advice tailored to clients' business objectives.
• Manage multiple sophisticated matters while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and strategic legal counsel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois law license in good standing.
• 2+ years of corporate transactional experience. Must have exposure to tax law.
• Experience with pass-through partnerships, joint ventures, operating agreements, and tax planning.
• Experience preparing tax opinions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail.
• CPA designation is a plus but not required.
• Candidates with prior law firm experience are welcome from in-house or solo practice backgrounds.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll become part of a collaborative legal team where your work directly impacts sophisticated business clients. We value initiative, professional development, and high-quality legal work while offering the flexibility, resources, and support attorneys need to build long-term careers. Our attorneys enjoy meaningful work, strong mentorship, and an environment focused on excellence without sacrificing collegiality.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance