Junior- to Mid-Level Tax Associate Attorney

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Job Title:

Junior- to Mid-Level Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A prominent law firm located in Washington, DC is seeking a talented and driven associate attorney with 2–3 years of post-law school experience to join its Tax group. This position focuses on high-level transactional tax matters and fund-related legal work. The successful candidate will play a key role within a collaborative legal team advising on sophisticated investment structures and tax-efficient strategies. This opportunity allows for career development in a high-caliber practice with access to complex, cutting-edge projects in the investment management and corporate transactional spaces.

Duties:

• Advise clients on tax matters related to fund formation and structuring

• Draft and review LLC agreements and partnership tax provisions

• Guide on tax issues in M&A transactions, including acquisitions, mergers, and divestitures

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex tax topics

• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on cross-functional legal teams

• Assist with tax planning and entity selection strategies for clients

• Contribute to transactional due diligence and risk assessment processes

• Support ongoing client counseling and legal compliance matters

• Participate in client meetings and external communications

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience practicing tax law in a law firm or equivalent setting

• Exposure to fund structuring, investment management tax issues, and partnership taxation

• Experience handling transactional tax matters, including M&A and divestiture tax planning

• Exceptional legal drafting, analytical, and communication abilities

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines

• Comfortable working in a team-focused and fast-paced environment

• AmLaw 100 or equivalent large law firm background is strongly preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the District of Columbia Bar

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of federal income tax laws and partnership taxation

• Strong research and writing skills with keen attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills

• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving aptitude

• Organizational and time management strengths

• Capable of handling confidential and complex matters with professionalism

Job Location:

• Washington, DC

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Life and disability insurance coverage

• Access to dependent backup care and adoption assistance programs

• A collaborative culture with support for professional growth and mentoring

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306