Tax Litigation Attorney III — Hybrid, Public Service

California Department of Tax and Fee Administration; California; Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) seeks an Attorney III to independently handle and assist in complex tax and fee litigation, settlements, and administrative appeals. You will review laws, draft briefs, and present cases before OTA, while advising management on regulatory impacts.

The role is located in a legal division with potential hybrid telework and up to 20% overnight travel.

Qualifications

• Reviewing, analyzing, and applying state and federal laws.
• Preparing legal documents, memoranda, briefs and reports.
• Presenting tax and fee cases in state and federal courts.
• Advising executive management on legal effects of rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex sales and use tax, local and special tax cases and settlements.
• Assist in administrative appeals conferences and settlement negotiations.
• Prepare and present cases before the Office of Tax Appeals (OTA).
• Investigate facts, interview witnesses, and draft legal opinions.
• Mentor attorneys and support staff as directed.
• Occasional overnight travel up to 20%.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Negotiation

Brief writing

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) seeks an Attorney III to independently handle and assist in complex tax and fee litigation, settlements, and administrative appeals. You will review laws, draft briefs, and present cases before OTA, while advising management on regulatory impacts.

The role is located in a legal division with potential hybrid telework and up to 20% overnight travel.