Transactional Tax Associate
Atticus Recruiting
Chicago, IL · Posted October 22, 2026
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About the job
Practice Area : Tax Description Our client, a well-regarded, large, full-service law firm seeks an experienced transactional tax associate for its robust national tax practice in Chicago. Requirements 5+ years of transactional tax experience including drafting, reviewing and negotiating transactional documents relating to mergers & acquisitions, pass through entities and tax credit transactions. Strong academic credentials from a top law school. Collegial firm with a strong growth trajectory and competitive benefits. Location: Chicago Employment Type: Law Firm Experience: Mid-level Attorney Apply Now We submit confidential inquiries to our hiring contacts which preserves the confidentiality of the attorney candidate. Related Positions Senior Tax Associate Our client, a successful and growing Chicago-based business law boutique, is looking for a senior (4-6yrs) tax associate to join its practice. Tax Learn More about Senior Tax Associate » Senior Tax Associate / Junior Tax Partner for Thriving Law Practice Our client, a full-service, commercial law firm headquartered in Chicago, seeks a Tax Attorney at the Junior Partner / Senior Associate level to join its Tax Practice Group. Tax Learn More about Senior Tax Associate / Junior Tax Partner for Thriving Law Practice » Tax Associate For Nationally Ranked Law Firm Our client, a nationally ranked, mid-sized, Chicago-based law firm, is looking for a 2-4 year tax associate with strong credentials to join its Taxation group. Tax Learn More about Tax Associate For Nationally Ranked Law Firm » « Back to Current Positions