Lateral Tax Associate Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a talented Lateral Tax Associate Attorney with a solid understanding of the technical aspects of tax law, including strong research abilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in strategic and private equity M&A transactions, capital markets (including spin-offs and IPOs), investment fund formation, and/or real estate matters (including REITs). Exceptional writing, oral communication, and analytical skills are essential, along with top academic credentials and a creative mindset to tackle complex tax issues.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and support on various tax-related matters, including strategic and private equity M&A transactions.
• Conduct thorough research on tax law issues and provide insightful analysis and recommendations.
• Assist in structuring and negotiating tax aspects of capital market transactions, such as spin-offs and IPOs.
• Advise clients on tax implications of investment fund formation and real estate matters, including REITs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address tax-related issues in client matters.
• Draft and review legal documents, including tax opinions, memoranda, and agreements.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to provide proactive legal counsel.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and eligibility to practice law in DC.
• 3-6 years of experience in tax law, preferably with a focus on strategic and private equity M&A transactions, capital markets, investment fund formation, or real estate matters.
• Strong understanding of tax law principles and regulations.
• Outstanding writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.
• Top academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Ability to think creatively and solve complex tax issues effectively.

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of tax law principles.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

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