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Tax Associate Attorney

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$310K - $435K/yr

Direct Counsel is seeking a Tax Associate Attorney to join a highly respected Am Law firm's Houston office. Position Overview A leading national firm is seeking a mid- to senior-level Tax Associate ...

Direct Counsel is seeking a Tax Associate Attorney (Mid-Level) to join a national law firm in New York. Overview Direct Counsel is recruiting a mid-level associate attorney to join the Tax Group.

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for director tax attorney in the United States is $154,930.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $132,500.00 and $176,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Tax Attorney vs Tax Manager?

AspectDirector Tax AttorneyTax Manager
CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), Bar Admission, often CPA or tax certificationsBachelor's degree, CPA certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesCorporate finance departments, accounting firms, large corporations
ResponsibilitiesLegal advice on tax law, representing clients, legal complianceTax planning, compliance, overseeing tax filings

The main difference is that a Director Tax Attorney focuses on legal aspects of tax issues, providing legal advice and representation, while a Tax Manager handles tax planning and compliance from an accounting perspective. Both roles require strong tax knowledge, but the Director Tax Attorney emphasizes legal expertise and often involves courtroom or legal negotiations, whereas the Tax Manager concentrates on financial strategies and tax reporting within organizations.

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Tax Attorney (Energy and Infrastructure) - NY

Direct Counsel

New York, NY

$260K - $435K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Tax Associate – Energy & Infrastructure
Locations: Washington, D.C. | New York, NY
Practice Area: Tax – Energy & Infrastructure
Experience Level: Minimum 3 Years
Position Summary

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 law firm seeking a Tax Associate to join its Energy & Infrastructure practice group in Washington, D.C. or New York. The firm advises leading clients on high-impact transactions across the U.S. power and energy transition sectors. This position focuses on federal tax issues related to renewable energy, infrastructure projects, and energy-related M&A.


Key Responsibilities
  • Advise on renewable energy tax credits (including ITC, PTC, and 45Q) for projects such as wind, solar, and carbon capture.

  • Structure and negotiate tax equity financing transactions for both sponsors and investors.

  • Draft and review tax-related provisions in partnership agreements, credit agreements, and transactional documents.

  • Provide tax counsel for energy sector M&A, including asset and stock acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.

  • Interpret and apply partnership tax rules and other federal tax regulations relevant to energy and infrastructure transactions.

  • Collaborate with cross-practice teams including project finance, corporate, and regulatory lawyers.


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

  • Licensed to practice law in Washington, D.C., New York, or eligible for admission.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in federal income tax law with a focus on energy and infrastructure projects.

  • Strong background in renewable energy transactions, tax equity structures, and partnership taxation.

  • Experience advising clients in the U.S. power sector and familiarity with the evolving energy transition regulatory landscape.

  • Additional experience in general M&A tax matters is highly desirable.

  • Excellent legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.