Entry-Level Tax Attorney I — Litigation & Policy Impact

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia, through its Tax Division, seeks two entry-level attorneys to join its legal team as Attorney 1. Under direct guidance of managing attorneys, you will perform entry-level work providing legal advice and representation for the agency.

This role involves extensive research, drafting letter rulings, and potential representation before the Office of Tax Appeals on petitions for refund or reassessment, as well as advising on taxability of goods and services.

Qualifications

• Graduation from regionally accredited or ABA-accredited law school.
• Must be eligible for admission to the West Virginia State Bar within 12 months of hire.
• Entry-level position requiring training before operating independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation for the agency.
• Represent the Tax Division before the Office of Tax Appeals after bar admission.
• Perform extensive legal research and draft letter rulings.
• Advise on taxability of goods and services and respond to information requests.

Skills

Legal research

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission within 12 months

Job description

The State of West Virginia, through its Tax Division, seeks two entry-level attorneys to join its legal team as Attorney 1. Under direct guidance of managing attorneys, you will perform entry-level work providing legal advice and representation for the agency.

This role involves extensive research, drafting letter rulings, and potential representation before the Office of Tax Appeals on petitions for refund or reassessment, as well as advising on taxability of goods and services.