Senior Tax Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search represents a law firm seeking a Senior Tax Attorney in San Juan, Puerto Rico to handle both tax controversy and transactional matters in a challenging, on-site role.

The ideal candidate will hold a J.D. from an accredited law school, have an active bar in good standing in Puerto Rico (or be willing to seek admission), and bring 3–5+ years of tax experience with strong research, writing and negotiation skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing.
• Licensed to practice in Puerto Rico or willing to seek admission.
• 3–5+ years of experience in tax controversy or corporate/ transactional law.
• Strong legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in practice area growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal and state tax audits, appeals, and litigation.
• Draft legal memoranda, IRS correspondence, and Tax Court petitions.
• Conduct legal research on tax codes, regulations, and case law.
• Negotiate tax resolutions, including Offers in Compromise and penalty abatements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements.
• Advise on legal risks and business terms for corporate transactions.
• Support M&A activities, including due diligence and deal structuring.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups for integrated solutions.
• Develop the firm's client base through referrals and networking.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Bilingual

Education

J.D.

Bar admission

LL.M. in Taxation

CPA (strong plus)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Tax Attorney in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This full-time, on-site position offers a unique opportunity to engage in both tax controversy and transactional law. The role is ideal for a driven attorney eager to serve a dynamic client base in a strategically important tax jurisdiction.

Duties

• Represent clients in federal and state tax audits, appeals, and litigation.
• Draft legal memoranda, IRS correspondence, and Tax Court petitions.
• Conduct legal research on tax codes, regulations, and case law.
• Negotiate tax resolutions, including Offers in Compromise and penalty abatements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements.
• Advise on legal risks and business terms for corporate transactions.
• Support M&A activities, including due diligence and deal structuring.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups for integrated solutions.
• Develop the firm's client base through referrals and networking.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing.
• Licensed to practice in Puerto Rico or willing to seek admission.
• 3-5+ years of experience in tax controversy or corporate/transactional law.
• Strong legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in practice area growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• CertificationsActive bar membership in good standing.
• LL.M. in Taxation or CPA license is a strong plus.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Negotiation and communication.
• Interpersonal skills and bilingual ability.

Benefits

• Opportunity for growth and practice development.