Akerman LLP seeks a tax associate with 2 to 3 years of experience to work with the firm's tax practice group on federal, international, and state and local tax planning and controversy matters. Experience, or interest in, a broad range of tax matters including U.S. Federal income, international and state and local tax planning in connection with domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, investment fund formation and real estate transactions (including related documents, filings and transactional support), as well as tax controversy and disputes (e.g., voluntary disclosures, litigation, audits, appeals, collections, etc.) with the IRS, Tax Court, Department of Justice (Tax Division), and/or State Tax Authorities. Must possess strong academic performance, and have excellent research, writing and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and efficiently in collaboration with a team of other attorneys, paralegals, and office staff across multiple offices. LL.M. degree in Taxation preferred, but not required. Qualified candidates can be resident in any of our Atlanta, Chicago, Florida, or New York offices. Must possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and be a member of the Florida, Georgia, Illinois, or New York bars (depending on office location).
Annual base salary: $195,000 - $240,000 (Akerman LLP is not a lock-step firm. The exact amount of salary for this position is dependent on a variety of factors). In addition to base salary, Akerman offers an annual discretionary bonus, paid time off, professional and client development allowance, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan), and a parking benefit.
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Akerman LLP
New York, NY, United States
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