Associate (Attorney)

Overview

This is a remote Associate Attorney position based in California, requiring availability to work from 9am to 5pm Pacific Time. The role involves joining a fast-growing tax law firm specializing in tax controversy, IRS audits, penalty abatement, tax resolution, and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage client matters from initial consultation through resolution, focusing on tax controversy, resolution, and audit cases
• Represent clients in IRS proceedings, state tax hearings, and court appearances, including motions and trial work as needed
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, guiding clients through complex and high-stress tax situations
• Draft and review legal opinions, pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
• Collaborate closely with tax and accounting teams to provide comprehensive client service
• Mentor and supervise legal support staff on assigned matters

Requirements

• Active California State Bar license (required)
• Minimum of 8 years practicing law, with at least 5 years specifically in tax law or tax controversy, including audit representation and resolution work
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume practice
• Experience with case management or CRM tools (experience with Canopy preferred) and standard legal research platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with frequent client interaction

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working remotely within a collaborative team environment
• Familiarity with tax resolution strategies and IRS procedures

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary commensurate with experience
• Fully remote work with defined team collaboration
• Exposure to a high volume of varied tax controversy work beyond document review
• Cross-functional collaboration with tax, estate planning, and accounting professionals
• Annual continuing legal education (CLE) stipend and reimbursement for professional memberships (e.g., California Lawyers Association, ABA Tax Section)
• Access to internal training on tax resolution strategy, IRS procedures, and case management tools
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Flexible paid time off and 11 holidays
• Remote work stipend

Location

• Remote position requiring work during Pacific Time hours (9am–5pm)
• Must be licensed to practice law in California