Associate Attorney with San Francisco Tax Law Firm

Associate (Attorney) - This is a Remote opportunity based in California - all applicants must be willing and able to work 9am-5pm Pacific time.

About the Role

We're a fast-growing tax law firm based in San Francisco, and we're looking for a California-licensed attorney with real tax controversy experience to join our team. This is a fully remote role (Pacific hours, 9am–5pm) working alongside a collaborative team of attorneys, tax professionals, and support staff who handle high-volume, high-impact client work - IRS audits, penalty abatement, tax resolution, and litigation.

If you're looking for a firm where your casework is varied, your support team is strong, and your growth is a priority, we'd like to talk to you.

Compensation: Annual salary may vary depending on experience

What You'll Do

• Independently manage client matters from initial consultation through resolution - tax controversy, resolution, and audit matters
• Represent clients in IRS proceedings, state tax hearings, and court appearances, including motions and trial work when needed
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, working directly with them through complex, often high-stress tax situations
• Draft and review legal opinions, pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Partner closely with our tax department and accounting teams to deliver comprehensive service
• Mentor and oversee legal support staff on assigned matters

What You Bring

• Active California State Bar license (required)
• 8+ years practicing law, with at least 5 years specifically in tax law/tax controversy - audit representation, resolution work, or related experience
• Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, high-volume practice
• Experience with case management/CRM tools (we use Canopy) and standard legal research platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication - you'll be client-facing often

Why This Firm

• Fully remote flexibility with a defined, collaborative team structure
• Exposure to a high volume of varied tax controversy work - not just document review
• Cross-functional collaboration with tax, estate planning, and accounting professionals under one roof
• Annual CLE stipend/reimbursement for required continuing legal education and support for professional memberships (e.g., California Lawyers Association, ABA Tax Section)."
• Access to internal training on tax resolution strategy, IRS procedure, and case management tools.
• Health/dental/vision/ life insurance
• 401(k) with firm match
• Flexible Paid time off & 11 holidays
• Remote work stipend