Tax Controversy Associate

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP seeks a tax attorney with 3+ years of experience to join its Tax Controversy Team in Washington, DC. The role focuses on federal tax controversy, including IRS examinations, dispute resolution, tax litigation, and IRS procedure.

Candidates should have an LL.M. in Taxation and prior experience from the IRS, the DOJ Tax Division, or a judicial clerkship. Experience with renewable energy tax credits is required; DC bar membership is preferred or expected within one year.

Qualifications

• Requires LL.M. in Taxation and prior experience with federal tax controversy work.
• Experience or interest in IRS examinations, dispute resolution, tax litigation, and IRS procedures preferred.
• DC bar membership is preferred or expected within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Engage in federal tax controversy matters across examinations, disputes, and litigation.
• Provide counsel on tax controversies in a variety of industries.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to manage multiple matters efficiently.

Skills

Tax controversy

IRS experience

Renewable energy credits

LL.M. Taxation

Education

LL.M. Taxation

Job description

Overview

• The role focuses on federal tax controversy practice, encompassing IRS examinations, dispute resolution programs, tax litigation, and IRS practice and procedure.
• Experience or interest in renewable energy tax credits is required.
• An LL.M. in Taxation is a mandatory requirement for the role.
• Candidates must have prior experience from the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Justice’s Tax Division, or a judicial clerkship.
• In-office work is expected 4 days each week at the firm's Washington, DC office.

Posting details

Hunton seeks a tax attorney with 3+ years of experience to join the busy and growing Tax Controversy Team in our Business Tax practice group. This opportunity offers exposure to a variety of tax-related matters across a broad spectrum of industries. Candidates should have demonstrated interest and/or experience in a variety of aspects of federal tax controversy practice, including experience with IRS examinations and dispute resolution programs, tax litigation, and IRS practice and procedure. Experience and/or an interest in renewable energy tax credits is required. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, outstanding research, drafting and analytical skills, and be both detail-oriented and able to demonstrate leadership and initiative. Candidates should have the ability to manage multiple matters and to communicate effectively with clients. An LL.M. in Taxation is required, as is prior experience at the Internal Revenue Service or Department of Justice’s Tax Division, or a judicial clerkship. This position is located in the firm’s Washington, DC office, with in-office work expected 4 days each week. District of Columbia bar membership is preferred but, at minimum, required within one year of commencing employment.

At the time of posting, the expected salary range for this is $260,000 to $435,000. Actual salary offers may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, training, skill sets, licensure and certifications, practice area, experience, internal equity, and market data. In addition to providing competitive compensation, Hunton offers a range of benefits and wellness options based on experience, performance, and location that compare favorably to market standards in every region and across the legal industry.

If you have questions about this position or the application process, please contact

Tammie Mitchell

, Senior Lawyer Recruiting Manager.

If you require accommodation or assistance to complete the online application process, please contact

Jocelyn Sommers

, Senior Lawyer Recruiting Administrator, [phone], and 951 East Byrd Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. When you contact Jocelyn Sommers, please identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. We will assist you promptly.

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Contact Information

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

2200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20037-1701