Mid-level Tax Associate

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Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a mid-level Tax Associate to join its growing Affordable Housing and Tax Credit Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a lateral associate to work with a dynamic team, providing legal expertise related to affordable housing projects. The role involves tax-related work in real estate transactions, particularly focused on federal income tax credits, and is available across several major U.S. markets.

Location:

• Boston, MA

Duties:

• Advise clients on tax matters related to affordable housing, including federal income tax credits and partnership tax issues.
• Represent for-profit and nonprofit developers in the development, acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, operation, and sale of affordable multifamily housing.
• Work with various federal, state, and local affordable housing programs.
• Draft and review legal documents related to tax credits, affordable housing projects, and real estate transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide strategic and comprehensive legal support for clients.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships by delivering high-quality legal services.

Requirements:

• At least two years of experience in partnership tax law, with an emphasis on federal income tax credits.
• Strong background in accounting.
• Active member (in good standing) of any state bar.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting (required).
• LLM in Taxation (preferred).

Certifications:

• Active membership in a state bar (in good standing).

Skills:

• Expertise in partnership tax law, particularly federal income tax credits.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and additional standard benefits.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : (857) 277-7381
Fax : (213) 895-7306