Senior Income Tax Associate Attorney

Position: Senior Income Tax Associate
Locations: Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco, CA
Practice Group: Taxation, Trusts & Estates

Direct Counsel is seeking a Senior Income Tax Associate with 6+ years of substantive tax experience, particularly in transactional tax, to join the Taxation, Trusts & Estates Department at a premier California law firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the tax aspects of M&A and/or real estate transactions, with experience managing junior associates and/or paralegals and handling significant client interaction. This role will focus heavily on pass-through entities and C-Corporation planning, including QSBS and irrevocable trust structuring, in the context of M&A, family office planning, real estate ventures, estate planning transactions, internal restructurings, and litigation/employment disputes.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 6 years of substantive tax experience with a focus on transactional tax, particularly in M&A and real estate.
• Management Experience: Proven ability to manage junior team members and extensive client interaction.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in planning for pass-through entities and C-Corporations, particularly QSBS and irrevocable trust structuring.
• Education: Strong academic credentials; an LL.M. in Taxation is preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
• Teamwork & Autonomy: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while handling significant individual responsibilities.
• Licensing: Active admission to the State Bar of California.
• Preferred Background: Large law firm experience.

Compensation:
The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $235,000 to $255,000, based on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a distinguished team and make an impact on high-level tax planning and transactional matters across California.