Associate Attorney - Municipal Tax Litigation Albany Law Firm Latham, NY Job Details Full-time From $80,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Statutory legal research Law Trial preparation Writing skills Legal client correspondence writing Legal motion preparation Regulatory legal research Doctor of Law (JD) Case law analysis Legal case management General & commercial litigation Bar Court depositions Courtroom preparation Full Job Description Salary is commensurate with experience, with performance bonuses About Our Practice We are a solo boutique practice based in Latham, New York, specializing in tax litigation on behalf of municipal clients throughout the region. Our firm protects public interests by navigating complex tax assessments, property valuation disputes, and constitutional tax challenges. Choosing our firm means you will bypass the boilerplate work of mega-firms. You will gain immediate, hands-on experience under the direct mentorship of a seasoned practitioner, managing real case files from day one.

We offer:

Generous Health Coverage:

The firm pays 75% of your individual health insurance premium cost.

Retirement Security:

401(k) plan with a competitive employer matching program.

Performance-Based Bonuses:

Direct financial upside tied directly to billable performance and client matters that you generate. 100%

Professional Coverage:

Fully covered malpractice insurance, New York bar registration dues, and local/state bar association memberships.

Continuing Education:

100% firm-paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses to maintain your compliance.

Work-Life Balance:

Hybrid work flexibility options once foundational training is complete. Duties Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs for Article 7 property tax assessment review proceedings and municipal tax collection actions. Represent local government entities at administrative hearings and court appearances. Conduct legal research and statutory analysis regarding New York Real Property Tax Law and municipal law. Engage in client communication to provide updates, gather information, and advise on case developments Negotiate settlements while advocating for clients' best interests Stay current with developments in general & commercial litigation, procedural law, and relevant statutes affecting municipal tax cases Requirements Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar. Recent graduates awaiting bar results or newly admitted attorneys are highly encouraged to apply. 0 to 3 years of litigation experience. Exposure to municipal law, administrative law, or tax law is a strong advantage but not required. Strong knowledge of procedural law and statutory research methods Excellent writing skills for drafting motions, legal briefs, and correspondence Demonstrated ability to conduct court depositions and trial preparation efficiently Effective client communication skills with a professional demeanor under pressure

Pay:

From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person