Litigation Associate

Frost Law; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Frost Law in the United States is seeking a Litigation Associate with 2–8 years of experience in tax controversy and litigation, including ERC disputes and PEO matters. The role emphasizes handling matters from intake through resolution, with opportunities for client interaction and courtroom exposure.

You will work with senior attorneys in a team-focused environment, draft pleadings, conduct research, take depositions, and negotiate with IRS and state authorities while delivering clear legal

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 2–8 years of litigation experience (tax controversy/ERC experience a plus).
• U.S. Tax Court admission, or eligibility and willingness to be admitted, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of tax controversy and litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Represent clients in IRS and state audits, appeals, and refund claims.
• Draft pleadings, protests, discovery requests/responses, motions, and briefs.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, experts, and key witnesses.
• Negotiate resolutions with IRS, state authorities, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trial proceedings.

Skills

Advocacy

Written & oral communication

Case management

Attention to detail

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

LL.M. in Taxation (a plus)

Tools

Research & drafting

Job description

Litigation Associate

Our litigation team handles a diverse caseload ranging from federal and state tax disputes to complex commercial matters. We are seeking a motivated Tax Litigation Associate with 2–8 years of experience to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in tax controversy and litigation practice, with experience managing cases from inception through resolution. While a significant portion of the caseload will involve tax litigation — including Employee Retention Credit (ERC) disputes and Professional Employer Organization (PEO) matters — the associate will also have the opportunity to work on a wide range of civil and commercial litigation cases. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, client interaction, and courtroom exposure in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of tax controversy and litigation matters, including ERC refund and disallowance disputes, PEO and employment tax matters, IRS and state examinations, collection matters, and related commercial litigation.
• Handle cases from intake through administrative resolution, settlement, trial, or appeal, including proceedings before the U.S. Tax Court, federal district courts, and state tax tribunals.
• Represent clients in IRS and state taxing authority audits, appeals, and refund claims.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, protests, discovery requests/responses, motions, and briefs.
• Take and defend depositions, including parties, experts, and key fact witnesses.
• Negotiate resolutions with the IRS, state taxing authorities, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trial proceedings.
• Provide strategic recommendations and clear legal analysis to clients.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to deliver exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 2–8 years of litigation experience (tax controversy/ERC experience are a plus).
• U.S. Tax Court admission, or eligibility and willingness to be admitted, a plus.
• An LL.M. in Taxation or equivalent tax background a plus, but not required.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, client service, and advocacy.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO).
• Opportunities for trial experience and professional development.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment with experienced mentors.