State & Local Tax Associate
State & Local Tax Associate
Location: Palo Alto, CA
A leading international law firm is seeking a mid-level Associate to join its State & Local Tax (SALT) practice in Palo Alto, focusing on complex California property tax matters. This dynamic practice advises clients on property and transfer tax planning, as well as handling high-stakes tax controversy matters across multiple industries.
Associates will work on sophisticated matters involving real and personal property across sectors including technology, renewable energy, real estate, life sciences and healthcare.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on property tax and transfer tax planning for acquisitions and dispositions
- Support tax controversy matters before assessment appeal boards and appellate courts
- Conduct legal and factual research and analysis on complex SALT issues
- Assist with valuation analysis, case development and litigation strategy
- Draft legal memoranda and advocacy materials for various audiences
- Participate in oral advocacy before tax authorities and courts
- Engage directly with clients on planning and dispute matters
Who You Are:
- Mid-level associate with experience in SALT, property tax, real estate, valuation or litigation
- Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school
- Experience at an Am Law 100 firm or top accounting firm preferred
- Strong analytical, writing and communication skills
- Comfortable working with numbers and financial/valuation concepts
- Proficiency in Excel is advantageous
- Admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction and willing to sit for the California Bar
Compensation:
Salary Range: $260,000 – $435,000 (DOE)
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package within a top-tier tax and advisory practice
Interested?
Contact Max at max@tposearch.com to learn more or express interest.
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