Tax Controversy Partner

Director, Partner-Level Headhunter | Tax & Audit Recruitment Specialist | Placing CPA Partners at Big4, Top
10 & Top
50 Firms

The Role

You’re the attorney clients call when the IRS is escalating, the numbers are big, and no one can afford a misstep. This is a partner-level seat for a tax controversy lawyer who knows how to strategize, negotiate, and win. Not someone looking for comfort or committee layers. Someone who wants autonomy, authority, and a platform that actually backs them.

Base pay range: $/yr - $6,/yr

What You’ll Handle

• Federal examinations, Appeals, and complex IRS disputes
• Penalty defense, high-risk matters, and client crisis management
• Litigation support, with opportunity to appear before the U.S. Tax Court
• Cross-collaboration with SALT, international tax, and corporate teams
• Growth of the controversy practice with full BD support

What You Bring

• JD and active state bar admission
• Significant experience in IRS controversies at a law firm, Big 4, or government
• Strong track record managing audits, exams, Appeals, and settlements
• Admission to the U.S. Tax Court preferredl
• LLM in Taxation a bonus
• Ability to develop business or bring relationships

Why This Platform

• National brand with a growing controversy practice
• Real partnership opportunity and autonomy
• Strong litigation and tax infrastructure
• Competitive comp structure and support to scale your practice

Ideal For

A tax controversy attorney who wants influence, impact, and a litigation-adjacent seat without bureaucratic drag.

Confidential conversations only. If you’re a Tax Controversy Partner or Counsel ready for a platform that matches your ambition, reach out.