Tax Controversy Associate

ABOUT THE ROLE Join a litigation team as a mid-level tax controversy associate, working closely with an experienced senior attorney to support and grow the practice. The role focuses on civil and criminal tax matters, including administrative proceedings and litigation in multiple federal courts. WHAT YOU'LL DO - 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 for tax controversy and litigation matters. - Advise clients on tax procedures, reporting and disclosure requirements, and strategies for penalty avoidance and abatement. - Collaborate with litigators on matters involving tax issues, including white-collar defense and professional malpractice disputes. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Three to five years of tax controversy experience, with litigation or controversy work in addition to transactional tax experience. - A JD and an LLM in Taxation, or current enrollment in a Tax LLM program with completion by Fall 2028. - Relevant experience as a tax controversy associate, tax court clerk, or attorney in a government tax practice. - Strong legal research and writing skills, with familiarity using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and Microsoft Office. - Active bar admission, or completion of the admission process, in the state where you will work: New York, Pennsylvania, or Washington, DC. - Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base salary is $230,000 to $250,000 annually. Bonus eligibility is available based on billable hours and fees collected. 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 options.