Tax Controversy AssociateTax Controversy Associate (1–3 Years) | Washington, D.C. Our AmLaw 100 client is adding a junior associate to its Tax Controversy and Litigation group in Washington, D.C. This is a lean, high-judgment practice handling disputes that raise real statutory, procedural, and policy questions, not commodity work.
This group is known for its work at the intersection of federal tax, litigation strategy, and regulatory enforcement, with matters that routinely involve the IRS, DOJ, and federal courts.The RoleRepresent clients in federal tax controversies and litigationDraft briefs, memoranda, and submissions in matters before the IRS, DOJ, and federal courtsWork closely with senior lawyers on disputes involving complex domestic and cross-border tax issuesTackle issues that are often novel, technical, and unsettledThe Profile1–3 years of tax controversy experienceStrong legal writing and analytical skills are non-negotiablePrior experience with the IRS or DOJ, or a federal trial or appellate clerkship, is highly valuedExposure to international tax or transfer pricing concepts is a plusTop academic credentials expectedWhy This RoleEarly responsibility in a nationally recognized tax litigation practiceDirect training from lawyers who regularly handle high-stakes federal tax disputesSophisticated matters that go well beyond routine examinationsPlatform and compensation consistent with top-tier AmLaw firms, including a current salary range of $225,000–$310,000 plus bonus eligibilityNext StepsThis search is being handled confidentially. If you have the background described above and want to explore the practice quietly, message me directly. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis.