Mid-Level Tax Associate

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Job Overview:
An established law firm with a national footprint is seeking a Mid-Level Tax Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its growing Tax and Corporate practice. This role is ideal for an attorney with a solid foundation in federal tax matters—both transactional and controversy—who is eager to work with clients in diverse industries such as energy, technology, life sciences, and manufacturing. A background in renewable energy financing and corporate structuring is particularly valuable in this position, which offers opportunities for professional development and cross-office collaboration.

Location:

• Minneapolis, MN

Duties:

• Provide counsel on the federal tax implications of mergers and acquisitions, fund formations, and other corporate finance transactions

• Advise clients on renewable energy transactions, including structuring tax credit deals

• Support clients in tax controversy matters at the federal, state, and local levels

• Draft, review, and negotiate tax-related documents and memoranda

• Collaborate with legal teams across multiple practice areas and office locations

• Research legal issues and stay current on tax law developments affecting clients

• Participate in the planning and execution of complex business transactions

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience in federal tax law, including both transactional and controversy work

• Experience advising on renewable energy financing transactions is strongly preferred

• Familiarity with corporate transactions such as M&A, equity and debt financing, and fund structuring

• Ability to manage several ongoing projects in collaboration with attorneys across seniority levels

• Strong client-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate client needs and deliver high-quality service

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active and good standing member of at least one U.S. state bar

• Eligibility to practice in the state corresponding to office location preferred

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities

• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to evolving client needs

• High degree of intellectual curiosity and professional drive

• Exceptional judgment, problem-solving, and time management

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment

Benefits:

• Discretionary annual performance bonus

• 1,850 billable hour target; bonus eligibility at 1,900 hours (includes DE&I and pro bono credits)

• Unlimited paid time off

• Flexible schedule and hybrid/remote work opportunities

• Paid family and medical leave, with transition programs for expecting parents

• Sabbatical program for qualifying attorneys

• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

  • Health savings account with firm contributions

  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

  • Pre-tax commuter and parking plans

  • Voluntary benefits (long-term care, supplemental life, AD&D)

• DE&I-focused firm culture, including:

  • DE&I Committee, Pro Bono Committee, Affinity Groups, and Parenting Circle

  • Participation in the ABA Well-Being Pledge

  • Involvement in industry-leading initiatives such as Mansfield Rule certification and Diversity Lab’s Move the Needle Fund

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306