Description:

At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.

We are seeking a Tax associate to join the Charlotte, New York, or Pittsburgh office. The ideal candidate will have three to four years of experience in transactional tax matters, and experience with private equity transactions is preferred. LL.M. in Taxation is strongly preferred.

Areas of Preferred Expertise Include:
  • Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating tax provisions in merger agreements, stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, and related agreements.
  • Experience in drafting and reviewing partnership, joint venture, and limited liability company agreements.
  • Experience with tax aspects of equity and debt financing transactions.

Candidates will work closely with experienced lawyers who will provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact. Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. We require strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service.

Please contact Marley McLaughlin, Principal Legal Recruiter, at marley.mclaughlin@klgates.com with any questions.

Base Compensation: $225,000 - $295,000 / year

The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.