Tax Associate position available in Charlotte, New York, or Washington, DC.
Requires 4-6 years of experience focused on transactional tax matters.
Core transactional tax expertise includes drafting and reviewing partnership, joint venture, and limited liability company agreements; advising on tax aspects of equity and debt financing transactions; and negotiating tax provisions in merger, stock purchase, and asset purchase agreements.
Experience with renewable energy projects and credits (including tax equity and credit transfers) or other energy tax matters is preferred.
An LL.M. in Taxation is strongly preferred.
Candidates must possess strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
The base salary ranges from $270,000 to $365,000 annually.
Hybrid and remote work opportunities are offered.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, 24 weeks of parental leave (12 paid), and bar expense reimbursement.
The role offers active mentoring and opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility and client interaction.

June 8, 2026

Midlevel Tax Associate

TaxEnergyCreditsPartnershipRenewables

K&L GatesDistrict of Columbia, New York City, Charlotte

Practice area

Tax, Energy · Credits · Partnership · Renewables

PQE

4-6 years

Locations

District of Columbia, District of Columbia | New York City, New York | Charlotte, North Carolina

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Tax Associate position available in Charlotte, New York, or Washington, DC.
Requires 4-6 years of experience focused on transactional tax matters.
Core transactional tax expertise includes drafting and reviewing partnership, joint venture, and limited liability company agreements; advising on tax aspects of equity and debt financing transactions; and negotiating tax provisions in merger, stock purchase, and asset purchase agreements.
Experience with renewable energy projects and credits (including tax equity and credit transfers) or other energy tax matters is preferred.
An LL.M. in Taxation is strongly preferred.
Candidates must possess strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
The base salary ranges from $270,000 to $365,000 annually.
Hybrid and remote work opportunities are offered.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, 24 weeks of parental leave (12 paid), and bar expense reimbursement.
The role offers active mentoring and opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility and client interaction.

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Last updated: June 9, 2026