Polsinelli has a strong preference for candidates based in New York, among other listed offices.
Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, experience in a law firm, government, accounting, or similar environment, and superior writing, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
The role focuses on representing clients in federal and state tax controversy matters, requiring the ability to independently manage a broad range of issues while collaborating effectively with clients, taxing authorities, and legal teams.
Required experience includes handling IRS and state audits and examinations, administrative appeals, collections matters, penalty abatements, installment agreements, offers in compromise, voluntary disclosures, and other tax compliance issues.
Experience representing clients before the U.S. Tax Court and in other tax litigation, including U.S. District Court proceedings, is preferred.
Strong legal research and writing skills are essential, including experience drafting protests, responses to Information Document Requests, pleadings, motions, and settlement submissions.
Polsinelli is interested in candidates who demonstrate ambition, drive, and team-orientation to help grow and support its national practice.
The ability to navigate complex subject matter quickly and effectively is required.
A J.D. and active bar admission in the intended practice jurisdiction are required; an LL.M. in Taxation is preferred.

Polsinelli PC

Tax Controversy Counsel

8-10 PQE · July 31, 2026 (3 months ago)

Polsinelli PC

8-10 PQE · July 31, 2026 (3 months ago)

Salary

$400,000 - $550,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

Tax · Compliance/Regulatory · Controversy · Litigation

Locations

Birmingham · District of Columbia · Seattle · Boston · New York City · Philadelphia · Houston · Nashville · Dallas · Miami · Denver · Los Angeles · San Francisco · Chicago · St. Louis · Kansas City · Raleigh · Salt Lake City · Atlanta · Wilmington · Phoenix

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Overview

Polsinelli has a strong preference for candidates based in New York, among other listed offices.
Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, experience in a law firm, government, accounting, or similar environment, and superior writing, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
The role focuses on representing clients in federal and state tax controversy matters, requiring the ability to independently manage a broad range of issues while collaborating effectively with clients, taxing authorities, and legal teams.
Required experience includes handling IRS and state audits and examinations, administrative appeals, collections matters, penalty abatements, installment agreements, offers in compromise, voluntary disclosures, and other tax compliance issues.
Experience representing clients before the U.S. Tax Court and in other tax litigation, including U.S. District Court proceedings, is preferred.
Strong legal research and writing skills are essential, including experience drafting protests, responses to Information Document Requests, pleadings, motions, and settlement submissions.
Polsinelli is interested in candidates who demonstrate ambition, drive, and team-orientation to help grow and support its national practice.
The ability to navigate complex subject matter quickly and effectively is required.
A J.D. and active bar admission in the intended practice jurisdiction are required; an LL.M. in Taxation is preferred.

Trusted recruiters

Top recruiter for this opening
Jessica Pai
McClure Harrison, Inc.
Jessica Pai
McClure Harrison, Inc.
Nyk McKissic joined Polsinelli’s Dallas office in the Tax group.
Not only just a wonderful human to work with, Jessica is a seasoned and diligent recruiter. Her expertise in the industry and her commitment to her clients is second to none. I’m very thankful I got the opportunity to work with Jessica to find my dream role and would recommend her to anyone seeking legal opportunities.

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Last updated: November 10, 2026

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