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Law Office of Pietro Canestrelli

Tax Attorney

$100K - $115K/yr

Description The Law Office of Pietro Canestrelli, a Tax Controversy Boutique, APC, is hiring a remote Tax Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of tax planning, tax controversy, or tax resolution ...

Percy Towers

Tax Associate Attorney

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$235K - $310K/yr

Transactional Tax Architect | Mid-Level Associate - Innovation & Private Capital ⚖️ § Practice Area: Strategic Business Taxation, Private Equity Structuring, and M&A Advisory § Location: San ...

ARC Group

Associate Tax Attorney

Jacksonville, FL

Associate Tax Attorney | Jacksonville, FL In-Office ARC Group is currently recruiting on behalf of a growing Tax Resolution firm in Jacksonville, FL, seeking an Associate Tax Attorney to join their ...

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How much do tax associate attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for tax associate attorney in the United States is $111,745.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $137,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges a Tax Associate Attorney faces during tax season, and how can they effectively manage their workload?

Tax Associate Attorneys often experience increased workloads and tight deadlines during tax season, as clients require timely advice on filings, compliance, and planning. Managing multiple client matters, staying updated on changing tax laws, and ensuring accuracy under pressure can be challenging. Effective time management, leveraging case management software, and collaborating closely with senior attorneys and support staff help in balancing these demands. Proactive communication with clients and regular team check-ins can also alleviate stress and ensure high-quality work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tax Associate Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tax Associate Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission, and a strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws. Familiarity with tax research platforms like Bloomberg Tax, CCH, or LexisNexis, as well as proficiency in drafting legal documents and utilizing accounting software, is typically required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help attorneys interpret complex regulations and advise clients effectively. These abilities are essential for providing accurate legal counsel, minimizing client risks, and ensuring compliance in a highly regulated field.

What does a Tax Associate Attorney do?

A Tax Associate Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in tax law and assists clients with federal, state, and local tax issues. Their work involves advising individuals and businesses on tax planning, representing clients in disputes with tax authorities, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. They may also help clients with audits, prepare legal documents, and work on mergers and acquisitions from a tax perspective. Tax Associate Attorneys typically work at law firms, accounting firms, or corporate legal departments, and must stay up to date on constantly changing tax laws.
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Infographic showing various Tax Associate Attorney job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,745 per year, or $53.7 per hour.

Renewable Energy Tax Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel

Houston, TX • On-site

$225K - $425K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Renewable Energy Tax Associate Attorney
Locations: Houston, TX | San Francisco, CA
Compensation: $225,000 - $425,000

Direct Counsel is seeking a Renewable Energy Tax Associate to join the Transactional Tax Practice of a leading Am Law firm. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 1–8 years of tax experience who is interested in advising clients on sophisticated renewable energy transactions, tax credit monetization strategies, and other cutting-edge matters driving the clean energy transition.

The ideal candidate has experience with renewable energy tax incentives, tax equity financings, or other complex transactional tax matters and is excited to work on innovative projects involving developers, investors, sponsors, and lenders.

Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on federal renewable energy tax incentives, including qualification requirements under Internal Revenue Code Sections 45 and 48.
  • Counsel clients regarding beginning-of-construction rules, prevailing wage requirements, apprenticeship standards, and other renewable energy tax compliance matters.
  • Support mergers and acquisitions involving renewable energy and infrastructure assets.
  • Structure and negotiate tax equity financings, tax credit transfer transactions, joint ventures, and other renewable energy investment structures.
  • Assist with drafting tax opinions, transaction documents, and related tax analyses.
  • Collaborate with corporate, energy, finance, and project development attorneys on sophisticated renewable energy transactions.
  • Provide practical tax advice to developers, sponsors, tax equity investors, tax credit purchasers, lenders, and other participants in the renewable energy market.
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
  • 1–8 years of transactional tax experience at a law firm.
  • Experience with renewable energy tax credit transactions, tax equity financings, tax credit transfers, and related tax opinion work.
  • Strong understanding of federal renewable energy tax incentives and related transactional structures.
  • LL.M. in Taxation is preferred but not required.
  • Excellent drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility for admission.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, including bonus opportunities.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, paid time off, and firm-sponsored wellness programs.
  • Hybrid work environment with meaningful mentorship, professional development, and the opportunity to work on nationally significant renewable energy tax, project finance, and transactional matters within a market-leading clean energy practice.