Tax Controversy & Litigation Associate

Tax Associate (Tax Controversy & Litigation)
Location: San Francisco, CA

A leading global law firm is seeking a 1–5 year Associate to join its Tax Practice in San Francisco. This role focuses on sophisticated tax controversy and litigation matters, representing individuals, corporations and multinational entities in complex disputes with the IRS and other tax authorities.

Associates will work within a nationally recognised tax platform handling high-value matters involving partnerships, estates, corporations and high-net-worth individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent clients in federal, state and local tax disputes

  • Support IRS audits, investigations and litigation proceedings

  • Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs and submissions

  • Assist with tax controversy strategy and dispute resolution

  • Represent clients before the IRS, administrative agencies and courts

  • Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex tax litigation matters

Who You Are:

  • 1–5 years of tax experience in a law firm or government setting

  • LL.M. in Taxation required

  • Experience with IRS disputes or tax controversy matters preferred

  • Strong academic credentials

  • Excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex matters

  • Admitted to the California Bar

Compensation:
Salary Range: $225,000 – $360,000 (DOE)
Benefits: Discretionary bonus eligibility, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, paid leave and additional voluntary benefits

Interested?
Contact Max at max@tposearch.com to learn more or express interest.

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Salary:
$225k – $360k

Location:
California

Discipline:
Litigation

Job Code:
Tax Controversy & Litigation Associate