Washington, DC – 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 in Washington, DC seeks a Tax Controversy Associate with 3+ years of experience to join our busy Tax Controversy Team within the Business Tax practice.

The role offers exposure to a variety of federal tax matters, including IRS examinations, dispute resolution, and tax litigation, with an emphasis on renewable energy tax credits. An LL.M. in Taxation is required and DC bar membership is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with IRS examinations and dispute resolution programs.
• Experience with tax litigation and IRS practice and procedure.
• Interest and/or experience in renewable energy tax credits.
• Strong academic background with excellent research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist on federal tax controversy matters across a broad industry spectrum.
• Develop and implement strategies for tax disputes and litigation.
• Collaborate with the Tax Controversy Team and coordinate with clients.

Skills

Tax controversy

IRS experience

Legal research

Drafting

Client communication

Education

LL.M. in Taxation

Job description

Washington, DC – Tax Controversy Associate

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September 23, 2026

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.

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