Tax Attorney

Tax Network USA, INC.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Tax Network USA is seeking a skilled Tax Attorney to join our legal team in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will lead cases before federal and state tax authorities and provide practical, client-focused solutions.

Responsibilities include handling audits, negotiations, and relief programs, with strong emphasis on communication, research, and case management. California bar preferred; JD required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; California Bar preferred.
• 2+ years of experience practicing tax law, tax resolution, or tax controversy.
• Experience representing clients before the IRS or state taxing authorities is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with clients and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in matters with the IRS and state tax authorities, including audits, collections, and appeals.
• Communicate with the IRS and state tax authorities by phone as a regular part of the role.
• Analyze tax matters and records to determine eligibility for relief programs and develop resolutions.
• Draft and review tax and legal documents, including POAs and settlement proposals.
• Negotiate with IRS and state agents regarding liabilities and resolutions.
• Advise clients on tax resolution programs and strategies, including installment agreements and offers in compromise.
• Conduct legal research on federal and state tax matters.
• Maintain client communications on case status, deadlines, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Paralegals, and team members to implement resolution strategies.
• Manage an active caseload with thorough documentation and deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Oral communication

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Bar admission in California preferred

Job description

Tax Network USA is a leading tax resolution firm dedicated to helping individuals and businesses resolve complex tax matters with the IRS and state tax agencies. We specialize in strategic representation, negotiation, and resolution services that deliver real results for our clients. Join a dynamic, client-focused team that values integrity, expertise, and results-driven service.

Job Summary:

Tax Network USA is seeking a skilled Tax Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience representing clients in tax matters and will take a lead role in managing cases before federal and state tax authorities. This role requires strong analytical skills, legal expertise, and the ability to provide practical, client-focused solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in matters involving the IRS and state taxing authorities, including audits, collections, and appeals.
• Communicate directly with the IRS and state taxing authorities by telephone on a regular basis, including spending a significant portion of the workday on calls with revenue officers, agents, and other government representatives to advance and resolve client matters.
• Analyze client tax matters, financial records, tax returns, IRS transcripts, notices, and supporting documentation to determine eligibility for tax relief programs and develop appropriate resolution strategies.
• Draft and review legal and tax-related documents, including Powers of Attorney (POA), tax relief submissions, responses to notices, legal correspondence, and settlement proposals.
• Negotiate directly with IRS and state tax agents regarding tax liabilities, collection matters, and available resolution options.
• Advise clients regarding available tax resolution programs and strategies, including installment agreements, offers in compromise, penalty abatement, collection alternatives, and other available remedies.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and provide guidance on complex federal and state tax matters.
• Maintain direct and regular communication with clients regarding case status, strategy, documentation requirements, deadlines, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Paralegals, and other team members to develop and implement effective resolution strategies.
• Manage an active caseload while ensuring case documentation, deadlines, compliance requirements, and client records are accurately maintained.
• Stay current on developments in federal and state tax law, IRS procedures, and tax resolution practices.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing; California Bar admission preferred.
• 2+ years of experience practicing tax law, tax resolution, or tax controversy preferred.
• Experience representing clients before the IRS or state taxing authorities strongly preferred.
• Comfortable spending a significant portion of the workday communicating by telephone with the IRS, state taxing authorities, clients, and other parties.
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax matters, IRS procedures, and tax resolution strategies.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and government agencies.
• Strong organizational and case-management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with IRS collection procedures and tax relief programs such as Offers in Compromise, Installment Agreements, and Currently Not Collectible status.
• Experience managing complex client cases independently.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday

Location:

License/Certification:

• Bar Admission / License to Practice Law (Required)