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Tax Controversy Attorney

Jobot · Wheaton, IL · 4 days ago
On-siteLegal$150k–$185k/yrFull-time

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Responsibilities

  • Manage and resolve complex tax controversies, including IRS audits, administrative appeals, collection due process (CDP), and state and local tax (SALT) disputes.
  • Represent clients before the IRS, Office of Appeals, Tax Court, and other federal and state tax authorities.
  • Negotiate Offers in Compromise and other settlement agreements with the IRS and state tax agencies.
  • Counsel clients on FATCA, FBAR, and voluntary disclosure matters.
  • Advise on criminal tax matters, including defense strategies and plea negotiations.
  • Develop and implement effective tax controversy strategies to minimize tax liability and penalties.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax laws and regulations that may affect clients and their businesses.
  • Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure the best representation of our clients.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to State Bar and admission to practice before the U.S. Tax Court.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Tax Controversy Attorney, Associate, Counsel, or Partner.
  • Proven track record in handling tax disputes, IRS audits, appeals, federal tax litigation, and criminal tax matters.
  • Extensive knowledge of IRS procedures, including penalty abatement, levy, lien, trust fund recovery penalty, and offer in compromise.
  • Familiarity with FBAR, FATCA, and voluntary disclosure regulations.
  • Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • High ethical standards and professional integrity.

A bit about us: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Tax Controversy Attorney to join our prestigious legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-stake tax disputes, IRS audits, and appeals. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of tax controversy matters, including dealing with the IRS, Office of Appeals, and Tax Court. You will be instrumental in representing clients in federal tax litigation, penalty abatement, levy, lien, trust fund recovery penalty, FBAR, FATCA, and voluntary disclosure matters.

Why join us?

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401K

Job Details

Salary: $150,000 - $185,000 per year

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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