Senior Tax Associate/Counsel (8+ yrs exp) – California
Firm Description:
Our client is a California-based AmLaw 200 law firm with over 200 attorneys across six offices. Known for its progressive values and commitment to social impact, the firm was the first to be recognized as a certified B Corp and helped draft the legal framework for B Corp certification. It offers comprehensive legal services across industries including healthcare, construction, transportation, and public agency law. The firm is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and fosters a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and community engagement.
Position Description:
Senior Tax Associate/Counsel
Position OverviewOur client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a Senior Tax Associate or Counsel to join its expanding Tax Practice Group. This opportunity is open to attorneys with 8+ years of sophisticated tax experience who are interested in working on complex federal, state, local, and transactional tax matters within a collaborative and entrepreneurial practice.
The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of tax issues, with a particular emphasis on partnerships, pass-through entities, fund formation, private equity transactions, complex ownership structures, mergers and acquisitions, and nonprofit organizations. This role offers significant client contact, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of a well-established tax practice with a national platform.
This is a hybrid position that may be based in any of the firm’s California offices, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Rafael, Walnut Creek, San Diego, or Fresno.
Key Responsibilities
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Advise clients on complex federal, state, and local tax matters.
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Structure and negotiate tax aspects of business transactions.
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Counsel clients on partnership taxation, including Subchapter K matters.
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Provide guidance regarding pass-through entities, LLCs, and sophisticated ownership structures.
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Analyze and structure complex waterfall arrangements and allocation provisions.
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Support fund formation and private equity transactions.
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Advise on tax considerations related to mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions.
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Assist nonprofit organizations with tax planning, compliance, and operational matters.
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Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups and offices on multidisciplinary matters.
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Lead sophisticated tax projects and manage client relationships.
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Contribute to business development and practice-growth initiatives.
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Mentor junior attorneys and support the development of the firm’s tax practice.
Qualifications
Education
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Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.
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Tax LL.M. preferred.
Bar Admission
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Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction, or eligibility to obtain admission, required.
Experience
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Minimum of 8 years of tax law experience.
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Significant experience handling federal, state, and local tax matters.
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Extensive knowledge of partnership taxation, including Subchapter K.
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Experience advising pass-through entities and limited liability companies.
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Strong background working with complex waterfall structures.
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Experience with fund formation and private equity transactions.
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Experience advising on mergers and acquisitions.
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Familiarity with nonprofit organization tax matters.
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Prior law firm experience preferred.
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International tax experience preferred.
Professional Skills
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Strong technical tax analysis and drafting capabilities.
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Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
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Ability to manage sophisticated matters independently.
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Strong project management and organizational abilities.
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Entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative approach to practice development.
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Demonstrated interest or experience in business development activities.
Preferred Qualifications
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Portable book of business or demonstrated ability to generate and expand client relationships.
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Experience supporting firm growth initiatives and business development efforts.
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Interest in pursuing a long-term leadership role within a growing tax practice.
Compensation
Annual Base Compensation: Approximately $305,000+
Actual compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including years of experience, professional qualifications, business development capabilities, portable business, and other job-related considerations.
Partnership opportunities may be available for exceptional candidates who demonstrate strong leadership abilities and meaningful business development potential.
Benefits & Professional Development
Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with professional development opportunities, mentorship, collaborative resources, and a platform that supports long-term career growth and advancement. Attorneys have the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners on sophisticated tax matters while developing leadership and client-management skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.
Application Requirements
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and any additional materials requested during the hiring process.
Meet Your Recruiter
Samir Metovic
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