Entry-Level (3L) Tax Associate

HireNow Staffing Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 202,500 - 247,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

HSA & FSA

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Job summary

HireNow Staffing is seeking an Entry-Level (3L) Tax Associate for a full-time role within a premier tax practice. The position supports attorneys on domestic and international tax matters, including M&A, transfer pricing, and tax controversy.

Ideal candidate is a current 3L law student with strong research, writing, and communication skills, and a demonstrated interest in tax law. Local employment opportunities exist across multiple markets.

Qualifications

• Current 3L law student expected to graduate from an accredited law school.
• Interest in pursuing tax law.
• Strong academic credentials with excellent research and writing.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with federal, state, and international tax research.
• Analyze tax issues in corporate transactions and planning.
• Draft memoranda, opinions, and tax planning documents.
• Assist in due diligence for M&A, restructurings, and JV.
• Assist with tax controversy matters, audits, and litigation prep.
• Conduct statutes and case law research and track legislation.
• Collaborate across practice groups on client matters.
• Prepare client-ready work products with high attention to detail.
• Participate in client meetings and internal strategy discussions.
• Maintain professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.

Skills

3L Law Student

Tax Law Interest

Research & Writing

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Professionalism

US Work Authorization

Education

Current 3L student at an accredited law school

Job description

Entry-Level (3L) Tax Associate

Company: HireNow Staffing (Direct Placement Partner)

HireNow Snapshot

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly motivated Entry-Level (3L) Tax Associate to join one of our valued client partners. This full‑time opportunity is designed for an outstanding third‑year law student (3L) pursuing a career in sophisticated tax law. The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized tax practice advising clients on complex domestic and international tax matters involving mergers and acquisitions, transfer pricing, tax controversy, litigation, joint ventures, and emerging industries. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside highly respected tax attorneys while supporting a diverse client portfolio that includes Fortune 500 corporations, private companies, investment firms, and rapidly growing technology organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with legal research involving federal, state, and international tax matters
• Analyze complex tax issues affecting corporate transactions, business reorganizations, and strategic planning
• Assist with drafting memoranda, legal opinions, correspondence, and tax planning documentation
• Participate in due diligence activities for mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and joint ventures
• Assist with tax controversy matters, audits, administrative proceedings, and litigation preparation
• Conduct statutory, regulatory, and case law research while monitoring legislative developments
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups on multidisciplinary client matters
• Prepare client‑ready work products while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Participate in client meetings, internal strategy discussions, and professional development opportunities
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, confidentiality, and legal excellence

Required Qualifications

• Current third‑year law student (3L) expected to graduate from an accredited law school
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career focused on tax law
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast‑paced legal environment
• High level of professionalism and sound judgment
• U.S.‑based applicants residing in one of the eligible office locations only
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of tax law coursework with strong academic performance
• Participation in Tax Law Society, Moot Court, Law Review, or similar legal organizations
• Previous judicial internship, law clerk, or summer associate experience
• Interest in corporate taxation, international taxation, M&A, transfer pricing, blockchain, or tax controversy
• Demonstrated leadership through academic, professional, or community involvement
• Strong client service mindset with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in collaborative, high‑performance legal teams

HireNow Package

• Compensation: Starting Salary: $225,000 annually
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); wellness benefits; 401(k) with employer match; paid professional training and development; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); seven paid holidays; discretionary performance bonus eligibility
• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• Work Location: Onsite — Silicon Valley, Seattle, New York, or Santa Monica (Applicants must currently reside in one of these markets)
• Headcount: 1

HireNow Disqualifiers

• Frequent unexplained employment changes or unstable professional history (jumpy resumes will not be accepted or interviewed)
• Not currently a third‑year (3L) law student
• No demonstrated interest in tax law
• Weak academic performance or insufficient legal research and writing experience
• Failure to submit the required application materials, including cover letter, current resume, and law school transcript
• Applicants who do not currently reside in Silicon Valley, Seattle, New York, or Santa Monica
• Applicants requiring employment sponsorship
• Candidates who do not meet the core qualifications listed for this position