Associate Attorney - Tax Law

Are You Our Next Tax Advocate?

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Tax Attorney who finds genuine fulfillment in solving complex client problems. If you are a self-reliant professional who excels under pressure, manages billable time with precision, and values a collaborative, high-accountability team culture, you will thrive here.

As an Associate Tax Attorney, you will own the client journey from initial strategy to final resolution. While you’ll have the full support of our senior legal team, you will be the primary point of contact for federal and state tax controversy matters. Your caseload will be diverse, ranging from IRS examinations and Tax Court litigation to specialized areas like syndicated conservation easements and Employee Retention Credits (ERC).

• Provide input and feedback to maintain an excellent client experience
• Communicate effectively with clients and other counsel
• Work diligently under the supervision of senior attorneys
• Interact attentively with representatives from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and State revenue agencies
• Review, edit, and analyze client financial reports
• Handle case evaluation, risk assessment, and counseling on various complicated tax problems
• Accurately track time spent on each case
• Associate Attorney's minimum billable hour requirement is 1650 hours annually
• Manage workflow, complete tasks daily, ensure deadlines are satisfied, and ensure work is performed accurately, thoroughly, and documented in the firm’s case management system
• Manage the paralegals assigned to your cases
• Delegate tasks to support staff
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents distributed to the IRS and state revenue agencies
• Utilize applicable platforms to conduct legal research

• Preferred tax controversy experience in a law firm, accounting firm, or corporation, but not required
• Have an active Bar license
• Proficiency in Adobe and MS Office with expertise in Word and Excel
• Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast‑paced office environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects on time
• Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and collaboratively with other team members in a professional manner
• Professional experience with legal time‑reporting and billing practices, including the ability to quickly become proficient in the firm’s legal practice management system
• Strong technical abilities
• Striving for personal improvement and a willingness to accept constructive criticism
• Adhere to the firm’s Core Values

• A career path from Associate Attorney to Partner
• A firm that supports philanthropy with monthly contributions selected by its On-the-job mentoring by senior attorneys and partners
• Business development coaching

• Competitive base compensation ($90,000 to $120,000 annual base salary)
• The opportunity to make additional compensation by exceeding the collected time requirements and originating clients
• Paid time off
• Employer-provided health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance available
• Paid group disability and life insurance policy
• A 3% 401(k) contribution
• An annual retirement contribution from the firm’s profit‑sharing plan, which could result in $7,500 to $15,000 in additional 401(k) contributions
• Paid parking or a monthly MARTA fare

$90,000 - $120,000

• Join one of the nation’s fastest‑growing tax law firms (Law Firm 500 #4 in 2020).
• Be part of a team that helps real people overcome real tax challenges.
• Work with professionals who value accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Grow your career in an environment that rewards initiative, accountability, and innovation.