Senior Tax Attorney

Orion Placement; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Relocation assistance

Long-term advancement

Job summary

Confidential Employer in San Diego seeks an accomplished tax attorney to lead complex federal and California tax controversy matters. You will oversee high-stakes disputes, advise clients, and collaborate with senior partners in a entrepreneurial environment.

Six-plus years of tax law experience and a California Bar admission (or reciprocity) are preferred. This hybrid role balances in-office collaboration with remote work and provides growth opportunities and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license.
• 6+ years of tax law experience, federal/state controversies.
• California Bar admission preferred.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead sophisticated federal and California tax controversy matters.
• Represent clients before IRS, FTB, and CDTFA.
• Manage audits, examinations, and tax litigation.
• Advise on tax planning and business structuring.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with leadership.
• Contribute to business development and growth.

Skills

Legal writing

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Client counseling

Relationship building

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

• Join a premier boutique tax law practice representing business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals in sophisticated tax matters.
• Lead complex federal and California tax controversy, planning, and litigation engagements with significant client responsibility.
• Work alongside highly experienced tax attorneys in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with flexibility to balance your professional and personal life.
• Influence firm growth while mentoring junior attorneys and helping shape the future of the practice.
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, relocation assistance, and long-term advancement opportunities.
• Build lasting client relationships while handling challenging, high-value tax matters.

Location: Hybrid opportunity based in San Diego, California, offering a flexible combination of in-office collaboration and remote work.

Note: Applicants should have 6+ years of tax law experience. California Bar admission is preferred, but attorneys licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction who are eligible for reciprocity will be considered.

About Us

We believe exceptional client service starts with exceptional people. Our attorneys partner with business owners, executives, investors, and high-net-worth individuals to solve complex tax challenges while developing trusted long-term relationships. We foster a collaborative culture where experienced attorneys have autonomy, meaningful client interaction, and opportunities for continued professional growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead sophisticated federal and California tax controversy matters.
• Represent clients before the IRS, FTB, CDTFA, and other taxing authorities.
• Manage audits, examinations, administrative appeals, and tax litigation matters.
• Handle collections matters including Offers in Compromise, installment agreements, and Collection Due Process hearings.
• Advise clients on tax planning, business structuring, entity formation, and complex transactions.
• Develop legal strategies for high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses.
• Draft legal memoranda, settlement proposals, pleadings, and client communications.
• Serve as the primary advisor for client relationships and strategic planning.
• Mentor and develop junior attorneys while collaborating with firm leadership.
• Contribute to business development and continued growth of the practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 6+ years of tax law experience.
• Extensive experience handling federal and/or state tax controversy matters.
• Strong background in tax planning and client counseling.
• Excellent legal writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to independently manage sophisticated tax matters.
• Outstanding interpersonal and client relationship skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a team that values expertise, collaboration, and long-term career growth. You'll work directly with sophisticated clients, handle challenging legal matters, mentor developing attorneys, and enjoy the flexibility and autonomy to build a rewarding practice while making a meaningful impact.