Tax Controversy Associate
True Talent Solutions Partners · Philadelphia · onsite
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join the litigation practice of a large, established law firm as a mid-level tax controversy associate. You will work closely with an experienced partner and collaborate with attorneys on tax-related litigation and disputes.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Support civil and criminal tax litigation, white-collar defense, and complex commercial disputes.
- Handle IRS administrative proceedings, including audits, appeals, and summons enforcement matters.
- Litigate tax controversy cases in Tax Court, federal district court, and the Court of Federal Claims.
- Research and draft briefs, memoranda, and other written work product.
- Advise clients on tax procedures, reporting and disclosure requirements, and penalty avoidance or abatement strategies.
- Collaborate with litigation attorneys on matters involving tax issues, including white-collar defense and professional malpractice cases.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Three to five years of tax controversy experience as a law firm associate, judicial clerk, or attorney in a government tax practice.
- A JD and an LLM in Taxation, or current enrollment in an LLM program with completion by Fall 2028.
- Active bar admission in the state where you will work: New York, Pennsylvania, or Washington, DC. Candidates completing the admission process may be considered, but must be admitted before starting.
- Tax controversy or litigation experience in addition to transactional tax work, with exposure to civil and criminal matters a plus.
- Strong legal research and writing skills, including experience preparing briefs and memoranda.
- Familiarity with legal research and litigation tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and Microsoft Office.
- Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base salary is $230,000 to $250,000 annually. Bonus eligibility begins at 1,900 billable hours, with additional bonuses tied to hours and collected fees. Visa sponsorship is not available.
LOCATION
Hybrid, with at least three days per week in the office. The primary location is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. New York, New York, and Washington, DC are also available.