Tax Controversy & Transactions Attorney (Puerto Rico)

Frost Law Firm Business Law Attorneys MD, DC, VA & FL; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Frost Law is expanding its presence in Puerto Rico and seeking a driven, business-minded Tax Attorney to join our team. This role blends tax controversy work with transactional and business law, ideal for a practitioner who thrives on variety and serving a dynamic client base in a key U.S.

tax jurisdiction. The position offers opportunities to represent individuals, businesses, and nonprofits in audits, appeals, and litigation, while also advising on contracts, corporate matters, and M&A

Responsibilities

• Represent individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations in federal and state tax audits, appeals, and litigation.
• Draft legal memoranda, IRS correspondence, and Tax Court petitions.
• Conduct legal research on the Internal Revenue Code, Treasury Regulations, case law, and IRS guidance.
• Negotiate Offers in Compromise, Installment Agreements, penalty abatement requests, and other tax resolutions.
• Handle collection due process hearings, trust fund recovery penalties, and innocent spouse claims.
• Interact with clients and government agencies in a professional and timely manner.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including vendor agreements, NDAs, service agreements, licensing deals, and partnership contracts.
• Advise clients on legal risks and business terms related to corporate transactions.
• Support M&A activities including due diligence, deal structuring, and post-closing integration.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and advise on changes in relevant laws and regulations impacting clients and their businesses.
• Collaborate with firm attorneys across practice groups to deliver integrated legal solutions.
• Help develop and grow Frost Law's Puerto Rico client base through referrals, networking, and expanded service offerings.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff as the local team grows.

Job description

Frost Law is expanding its presence in Puerto Rico and seeking a driven, business-minded Tax Attorney to join our team. This role blends tax controversy work with transactional and business law, ideal for a practitioner who thrives on variety and serving a dynamic client base in a key U.S.

tax jurisdiction. The position offers opportunities to represent individuals, businesses, and nonprofits in audits, appeals, and litigation, while also advising on contracts, corporate matters, and M&A