Mid Level Tax Controversy Associate (Multi-Office)

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Direct applicants only. No third-party submissions.

Summary 

DLA Piper is seeking an associate with 3-5 years of experience who can assist with complex tax disputes and litigation, particularly with respect to multinational entities and cross-border transactions (international tax and transfer pricing).  Relevant experience should be with a law firm, large accounting firm, or the government (IRS Chief Counsel, DOJ Tax Division, or Tax Court or other relevant clerkship). The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is required.  A background in economics or accounting is helpful but not necessary. Experience interacting (both orally and in writing) with clients, in-house tax and legal teams, opposing counsel, co-counsel, accounting firms, economists, and agents or representatives of taxing authorities is preferred.

Direct applicants only. No third-party submissions.

Education 

• JD 

Bar Admission 

• Admitted to practice in the state in which you are applying

Experience 

• Minimum 3 years of relevant law experience. 

• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm or SEC experience. 

Job Competencies & Desired Skills 

• Strong analytical and writing skills 

• Attention to detail 

• Good business judgment 

• Excellent organizational skills 

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently 

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills 

• Research and problem-solving skills 

• Conceptual thinking 

• Ability to influence others 

• Persuasive communication 

• Management skills 

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;

• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;

• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;

• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;

• Foster positive work relationships;

• Comply with all firm policies and practices;

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;

• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

 
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