Tax Controversy Associate

Akerman LLP; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks an Associate with 4 to 7 years of civil tax controversy experience. Ideal candidates will represent taxpayers, manage projects, and prepare legal documents. Excellent communication skills and a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school are required. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates should be able to work effectively under deadlines and have strong technical skills.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of civil tax controversy experience, preferably at a law firm.
• Experience representing taxpayers before the IRS and state revenue agencies.
• Conducting efficient legal research and preparing legal documents related to tax matters.
• Able to manage multiple matters and deadlines while coordinating with attorneys.
• LL.M. in Taxation is a plus; admission to or eligibility for bar in resident jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and interact daily with clients.
• Review and prepare draft legal documents related to tax controversy matters.
• Work under the supervision of attorneys across offices in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage client relationships and collaborate with office-wide practices.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Strong technical abilities

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Ability to break down complex topics

Education

Jurisd Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school

LL.M. in Taxation

Job description

Akerman LLP seeks an Associate with 4 to 7 years of civil tax controversy experience (preferably at a law firm). The ideal candidate will have experience representing taxpayers before, and interacting with, the Internal Revenue Service (e.g., Examination, Independent Office of Appeals, Collections, Office of Chief Counsel) and state revenue/tax agencies; conducting efficient legal research and analysis; reviewing and preparing draft legal documents related to tax controversy matters, including penalty abatement requests, protest letters, petitions, motions and other pleadings, and responses to audit information document requests and collection notices; managing multiple projects and deadlines while working under the supervision of attorneys across offices; interacting daily with clients and managing client relationships; and working directly and effectively with large transactional practices. Candidates should be able to break down complex topics and identify practical solutions, deliver timely and succinct work product, and work comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, excellent time management skills, and strong technical abilities are required. A LL.M. in Taxation and experience before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Courts, and/or the Court of Federal Claims are pluses. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, and can be located in any Akerman office, with preference given to candidates who would work in our Atlanta, Chicago, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, New York or West Palm Beach Office offices. Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly in the jurisdiction of resident office location required. Must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school.

About the Firm

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States. To learn more about our firm, please visit us at www.akerman.com.

Firm Recognitions

• Top 100 U.S. Law Firms (The American Lawyer)
• Among the Most Innovative Law Firms (Financial Times)
• Ranked among 100 Most Prestigious U.S. Law Firms (Vault)
• Listed in “Best Law Firms” with 143 Tier One rankings nationally and in key business centers throughout the U.S., including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Orlando, and Washington D.C., among others (Best Lawyers)
• Ranked among Top U.S. Law Firms for Client Service in the “BTI Client Service A-Team” report (BTI Consulting)

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can reach their full potential, no matter their race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation or genetic makeup.

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