Tax Controversy Associate — San Francisco

Join a large national tax controversy team in the San Francisco office as a 1st–5th year associate handling federal, state, and local tax disputes. You will work on contentious matters involving partnerships, corporations, estates, multinationals, and high-net-worth individuals, supporting litigation, appeals, and settlement negotiations.

The group regularly represents clients before the IRS, Treasury, state tax tribunals, and in court, and includes attorneys with prior government tax experience. The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript (unofficial acceptable), and a writing sample. The office is seeking candidates who can work on-site in San Francisco and who meet the listed qualifications below.

• 1–5 years of tax experience in a law firm or government tax practice, with exposure to complex IRS disputes and tax litigation
• LL.M. in Tax required
• Admission to the California bar
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; superior attention to detail
• Experience with IRS practice and procedure or DOJ/IRS Chief Counsel experience is a plus
• Proven ability to manage a demanding workload in a fast-paced environment and strong interpersonal skills