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Tax - General Attorney in Albany, NY

Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York. Dec 17,2019 Nov 27,2019 Location USA Albany NY
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Public Interest

Attorney

Tax - General

3-6 yrs required

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Staff Attorney The candidate will be responsible for representing clients on federal income tax issues in a variety of forums including the United States Tax Court. The attorney will be expected to provide leadership and possess sufficient tax law expertise to oversee technical, substantive, and procedural tax matters and review all educational materials for accuracy before distribution. Advise clients and work with the Clinic Director and another LITC staff attorney and volunteers in community outreach and education activities in the 16 counties served by the LITC. The staff attorney will supervise law clerks and support staff and work with LASNNY’s Private Attorney Involvement Program staff and pro bono volunteers. The attorney will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and securing and entering data for required reports.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate shall have admitted or pending admission to New York State Bar. 3-6 years prior legal experience or equivalent preferred. Prior Federal tax experience or LITC Clinic experience preferred. Must have a demonstrated commitment and sensitivity to the low-income community. Must be intelligent, hardworking, and reliable. Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and staff, work independently and efficiently, and be able to problem-solve and work collaboratively with community partner agency staff. Must be willing to travel throughout the 16 county service area, and have a car and a clean valid New York driver’s license. Strong computer, administrative, reporting and data entry skills required. Ability to speak Spanish a plus.

Deadline: December 19, 2019

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