Tax Controversy Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading global law firm is looking for a junior to mid-level Tax Controversy Associate to join its team. This role focuses on sophisticated tax controversy and litigation matters, including IRS audits and litigation before the US Tax Court. Ideal candidates should have strong academic records, relevant experience, and excellent analytical and writing skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $235,000 – $365,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction or eligible for admission.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Relevant professional or government tax experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in IRS audits and administrative appeals.
• Support Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) matters.
• Assist with litigation in the US Tax Court and federal refund forums.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda and submissions.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex tax controversy strategy.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Education

JD (2024–2021)

LL.M. in Taxation

Job description

Tax Controversy Associate

Location: New York, NY | Chicago, IL | Washington, DC

A leading global law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Associate (JD 2024–2021) to join its Tax Group. This role focuses on tax controversy and litigation matters, offering exposure to sophisticated IRS audits, appeals, Mutual Agreement Procedures (MAPs), and litigation before the US Tax Court and refund forums. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex and high-level tax disputes within a nationally recognised tax platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in IRS audits and administrative appeals
• Support Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) matters
• Assist with litigation in the US Tax Court and federal refund forums
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda and submissions
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex tax controversy strategy

Who You Are

• JD class years 2024–2021
• Strong academic credentials
• Relevant professional or government tax experience
• Experience with tax controversy or litigation matters preferred
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred
• Excellent analytical, research and writing skills
• Admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction or eligible for admission

Compensation

Salary Range: $235,000 – $365,000 (DOE)

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D coverage, 401(k), back-up childcare and eldercare, and professional development opportunities

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