Transactional Tax Attorney - Mid to Senior Level Associate

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Job Overview
A law firm seeks a mid-level Transactional Tax Associate in San Diego, CA. This role offers substantial client contact, meaningful responsibility, and opportunities for professional growth. The candidate will advise on domestic transactional tax matters, focusing on federal income tax structuring and analysis for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and restructurings.

Duties

• Advise clients on U.S. federal income tax aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Structure and analyze transactions involving partnerships, LLCs, and corporations.
• Draft and negotiate tax provisions in various agreements.
• Provide tax support on real estate joint ventures and other transactions.
• Conduct tax diligence and prepare memoranda on transaction structures.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practices for comprehensive solutions.

Requirements

• 6-8 years of relevant transactional tax experience in a law firm.
• Strong background in domestic partnership and corporate tax matters.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex agreements.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiating skills.
• High attention to detail and responsiveness.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and interact with clients.
• California bar admission required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California bar admission.
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred but not required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Ability to negotiate complex agreements.
• Excellent client interaction skills.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace.
• Collaboration across disciplines.

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