Miller Canfield seeks an associate to join its Tax Group in our Chicago office or any of our Michigan offices.
As part of our Chambers-ranked Corporate Group, Miller Canfield tax lawyers provide solutions for numerous domestic and international corporations, closely held businesses, partnerships and high net worth individuals. Our attorneys formulate advantageous tax strategies for creating and buying business entities, and selling, restructuring and liquidating operations of all types and sizes. The Tax Group advises on a wide array of situations.
Qualified candidates will have at least 8 years of experience advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, tax credit transactions, pass through enterprises, international tax and cross-border transactions. Experience in estate tax and tax-exempt entities a plus. An LLM in Taxation is preferred, although not required. Successful candidates will have a strong academic record, excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to take ownership of projects, anticipate clients’ needs and independently develop solutions that add real value to their transactions. Must be licensed and in good standing in Michigan or Illinois, or eligible for admission by examination or waiver.
At Miller Canfield, we offer you the opportunity to simultaneously live your life and advance your career—really advance your career—in ways that matter most to you. We offer generous pay and benefits, challenging and sophisticated work assignments, reasonable billable hour requirements, mentoring and business development training, annual performance reviews conducted by practice group leaders, pro bono opportunities, reduced and flexible work schedules, and gender-neutral family leave policies. Our benefit package includes health, dental, and life insurance options, including health savings accounts, long- and short-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
Please submit your cover letter and submit it along with your resume and transcript via the Apply link. No agencies, please.