Paralegal II

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Paralegal II - Tax Department at Law Firm in Austin, TX

Salary: $80,000-$100,000/year

Experience: 5+ years in a law firm, preferably assisting on tax matters for large corporate clients

Job ID: 7769

Kirkland & Ellis is a leading global law firm with a strong commitment to excellence and diversity. We handle a wide range of complex legal matters for top clients in the private equity, M&A, investment fund formation, and litigation fields.

We are currently seeking a Paralegal II to join our Tax Department in Austin, TX. In this role, you will support multiple partners and the overall practice on a variety of tax matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paralegal with a strong background in tax law to join a dynamic and innovative team at one of the largest law firms in the world.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and file various tax forms with the IRS, including 83(b) election filings, Form 8832, Form 8875, Form 2553, and Form 1023
- Communicate with clients and attorneys regarding tax filings
- Obtain and provide information to clients and attorneys
- Handle requests and inquiries from the Firm's Tax Election Filings shared mailbox
- Collaborate with team members and various practice groups
- Maintain records and documents using DMS and other technologies
- Assist with training and updating training programs related to tax filings
- Interface with government agencies, such as the IRS

Qualifications:

- 5+ years of experience in a law firm, preferably assisting on tax matters for large corporate clients
- preferred
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to work independently and on a team
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility for travel and overtime as needed

Kirkland & Ellis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

To apply, please click "Apply Now" and submit your resume. Please note that direct contact with Kirkland & Ellis employees in an attempt to present candidates is not allowed and may affect any future professional relationship with the Firm. Thank you for your interest in joining our team at Kirkland & Ellis.

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Tax Matters, Communication, Organizational, Analytical, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat

Bachelor's degree

Interested candidates should click "Apply Now" and submit their resume.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree

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