Tax Attorney acts as organization's representation in dealing with local, state, and federal taxing agencies. Responsible for developing tax saving plans and preparing legal documents involving liabilities. Being a Tax Attorney offers counsel on the impact of tax laws and preparation of tax activities. Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Additionally, Tax Attorney requires admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Tax Attorney work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Tax Attorney typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Office of the Attorney General’s Tax Litigation Division seeks attorneys to defend the State of Texas in tax and employment related cases at all stages of litigation in Texas courts. The attorney filling this position will build on their litigation skills in a teamwork environment and have the opportunity to appear and argue in courts across the state.
The Tax Litigation Division defends the State when it is sued by plaintiffs challenging their tax liabilities, unemployment benefits decisions, and wage claim decisions. The Division represents the Comptroller of Public Accounts and the Texas Workforce Commission as its clients in these cases.
Suits against the Comptroller often have millions of dollars at issue with large, well-known companies on the other side. TWC suits challenge employers’ unemployment tax liability as well as the agency’s decisions on unemployment benefits and wage claims, which allow the opportunity for frequent court appearances.
The Division’s cases generally involve discovery into a plaintiff’s business practices to determine whether their business model fits into the tax exemption that they seek. Math is almost never involved, and tax experience is not required, nor preferred.
The OAG seeks qualified, self-motivated candidates to manage cases from inception to conclusion, drafting motions and discovery, appearing at hearings, trying cases, and handling appeals, as well as assisting other attorneys.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
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TO APPLY
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.04 - $130,000.08 per year
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78701