Tax Controversy Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Annual bonuses

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks a tax controversy attorney in Sacramento to represent clients in federal, state, and local tax disputes, with a focus on audits, administrative appeals, and Tax Court proceedings.

Candidates must be active California Bar members with 1+ year in tax controversy and litigation; an LL.M. in Tax is preferred.

The firm offers a collaborative environment and a hybrid schedule with strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar admission.
• 1+ year of tax controversy and litigation experience.
• LL.M. in Tax preferred, but not required.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal, state, and local tax controversies and disputes.
• Handle IRS and state tax audits, administrative appeals, refund claims, and Tax Court proceedings.
• Respond to agency inquiries and develop effective controversy strategies.
• Draft protests, petitions, briefs, motions, and other advocacy materials.
• Conduct legal research and analyze financial records, tax issues, and transactional documents.
• Participate in administrative hearings, negotiations, and tax litigation.
• Advise closely held businesses, partnerships, individuals, estates, trusts, and tax-exempt organizations.
• Collaborate with attorneys across tax, litigation, corporate, real estate, and trusts and estates practices.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

LL.M. in Tax

ABA accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $145,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly regarded tax practice handling sophisticated federal, state, and local tax matters.
• Work on substantive controversy matters from audits and administrative appeals through Tax Court proceedings and litigation.
• Gain exposure to a diverse client base including businesses, individuals, estates, trusts, partnerships, and tax-exempt organizations.
• Collaborate closely with experienced attorneys across tax, litigation, corporate, real estate, and trusts and estates.
• Enjoy a supportive, team-oriented environment with meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
• Benefit from strong benefits, including 401(k) matching, profit sharing, annual bonuses, parental leave, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Location

Sacramento, CA with a flexible hybrid schedule that allows attorneys to work remotely up to two days per week.

Note

Must have an active California Bar license and at least 1 year of substantive tax controversy experience. An LL.M. in Tax or tax concentration is preferred but not required.

About Us

We are a respected business-focused law firm with a sophisticated tax practice and a strong commitment to delivering excellent legal work and personal client service. Our attorneys work collaboratively across practice areas while maintaining a collegial culture where talented lawyers can build rewarding, long-term careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent clients in federal, state, and local tax controversies and disputes.
• Handle IRS and state tax audits, administrative appeals, refund claims, and Tax Court proceedings.
• Respond to agency inquiries and develop effective controversy strategies.
• Draft protests, petitions, briefs, motions, and other advocacy materials.
• Conduct legal research and analyze financial records, tax issues, and transactional documents.
• Participate in administrative hearings, negotiations, and tax litigation.
• Advise closely held businesses, partnerships, individuals, estates, trusts, and tax-exempt organizations.
• Collaborate with attorneys across tax, litigation, corporate, real estate, and trusts and estates practices.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar admission.
• 1+ year of tax controversy and litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• LL.M. in Tax or tax concentration from an ABA accredited law school preferred, but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to work on sophisticated tax matters while learning directly from experienced attorneys in a collaborative, highly respected practice. We value initiative, professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional client service, and we provide the resources and support needed to grow your practice and take on increasingly complex matters.

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Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance