Corporate Tax/Tax-Exempts Associate - (2+ years) Los Angeles

Seyfarth Shaw LLP•Los Angeles, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Seyfarth Shaw LLP is seeking a transactional tax associate with at least 2 years of experience to join their Tax-Exempt Organizations Practice Group in Downtown Los Angeles. The role involves working with a variety of nonprofit clients, including colleges, universities, hospitals, social service organizations, research institutions, private foundations, and more. The firm offers opportunities for professional development, state-of-the-art technology, and a friendly, professional environment. This position is on an equity partner track.

Requirements

At least 2 years of transactional tax experience at a “big law” firm.
Experience with nonprofits and tax-exempt organizations is preferred.
Excellent academic credentials, analytical skills, and verbal and written communication skills.
A willingness to learn and grow in a fast-moving environment, on an equity partner track.
Admission to the California Bar.

Nice To Haves

LLM in Taxation preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Draft and review transaction documents and related board materials, IRS submissions, and client advisory materials for various nonprofit mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, conversions, spin-offs, corporate reorganizations, tax-exempt bond financings and other transactions.
Support nonprofit and tax-exempt clients on tax compliance, unrelated business income, private inurement/benefit, intermediate sanctions, sophisticated executive compensation matters, governance, fundraising and charitable giving issues.
Work directly with partners and clients on sophisticated matters across healthcare, education, research, and other mission-driven sectors.