Senior Tax Attorney

Wiggam Law•Atlanta, GA

4d•Remote

About The Position

Wiggam Law is seeking a Senior Tax Attorney to join their team as a Force Multiplier. This role is designed for a mentor and builder who will own the strategy for a dedicated "Pod" of 2-4 professionals. Success in this role is measured by both client results and the growth of the team led. The firm emphasizes a work-life balance with a 1,500 annual billable hour requirement, allowing attorneys to be present for family milestones. This position offers a path to leadership, process refinement, and mentorship, moving away from the "individual contributor" burnout.

Requirements

Must possess an active Bar License and J.D.
5+ years of dedicated experience in tax controversy (IRS and/or State levels).
Proven experience leading a team, managing direct reports, or overseeing the production of other professionals.
Deep knowledge of IRS collections (OICs, IAs, CNC), audits, appeals, and penalty abatement procedures.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax law into an actionable strategy for both clients and junior staff.
Experience with legal practice management software (e.g., Clio), Adobe, and the MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Own the strategy for a dedicated "Pod" of 2-4 professionals.
Lead your pod to meet or exceed key performance indicators (KPIs), specifically focusing on realization rates and billable hour targets.
Provide consistent, hands-on coaching to associate attorneys and EAs; conduct regular file reviews and provide documented feedback to elevate the team’s technical skills.
Manage the team’s case capacity, ensuring deadlines are met and resources are allocated efficiently across the pod’s portfolio.
Participate in the hiring, onboarding, and performance management of your direct reports.
Serve as the lead strategist on a portfolio of complex federal and state tax controversy matters, including high-stakes audits, appeals, collections, and offshore compliance.
Review and sign off on major filings, protests, and settlement proposals drafted by your team to ensure technical accuracy and strategic alignment.
Lead complex negotiations with the IRS and state revenue agencies for the firm’s most sensitive or high-value cases.
Lead Tax Court litigation and strategy.
Serve as the primary client liaison for your pod, building strong relationships, ensuring service expectations are consistently met, and stepping in to resolve concerns.