State & Local Tax Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; California (MO); On-site; USD 260,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a mid-level Associate to join its State & Local Tax (SALT) practice in California. This role involves advising clients on complex property tax matters, conducting legal research, and supporting tax controversy issues. Ideal candidates have strong analytical and communication skills, along with relevant experience in SALT and real estate. The firm offers a competitive salary range of $260,000 – $435,000 depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Mid-level associate with experience in SALT, property tax, real estate, valuation or litigation.
• Experience at an Am Law 100 firm or top accounting firm preferred.
• Admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction and willing to sit for the California Bar.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on property tax and transfer tax planning for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Support tax controversy matters before assessment appeal boards and appellate courts.
• Conduct legal and factual research and analysis on complex SALT issues.
• Assist with valuation analysis, case development and litigation strategy.
• Draft legal memoranda and advocacy materials for various audiences.
• Participate in oral advocacy before tax authorities and courts.
• Engage directly with clients on planning and dispute matters.

Skills

Experience in SALT

Strong analytical skills

Strong writing and communication skills

Comfortable with financial/valuation concepts

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Location: Palo Alto, CA. A leading international law firm is seeking a mid-level Associate to join its State & Local Tax (SALT) practice in Palo Alto, focusing on complex California property tax matters. This practice advises clients on property and transfer tax planning, as well as handling high-stakes tax controversy matters across multiple industries. Associates will work on sophisticated matters involving real and personal property across sectors including technology, renewable energy, real estate, life sciences and healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on property tax and transfer tax planning for acquisitions and dispositions
• Support tax controversy matters before assessment appeal boards and appellate courts
• Conduct legal and factual research and analysis on complex SALT issues
• Assist with valuation analysis, case development and litigation strategy
• Draft legal memoranda and advocacy materials for various audiences
• Participate in oral advocacy before tax authorities and courts
• Engage directly with clients on planning and dispute matters

Who You Are

• Mid-level associate with experience in SALT, property tax, real estate, valuation or litigation
• Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school
• Experience at an Am Law 100 firm or top accounting firm preferred
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial/valuation concepts
• Proficiency in Excel is advantageous
• Admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction and willing to sit for the California Bar

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $260,000 – $435,000 (DOE)

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package within a top-tier tax and advisory practice

Interested?

Contact Max at [e-mail] to learn more or express interest.