Tax & Private Wealth Associate Attorney
Job Description
Junior / Mid-Level Tax & Private Wealth Associate Attorney
Location: Miami, FL
Direct Counsel is seeking a Tax & Private Wealth Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join a leading Private Wealth Services practice in Miami. This role focuses on sophisticated international and cross-border tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and global clients.
ResponsibilitiesAdvise foreign and domestic clients on U.S. federal income, gift, and estate tax matters.
Draft and implement domestic and cross-border tax planning structures.
Counsel clients on pre-immigration and expatriation tax planning.
Advise on cross-border investments and international information reporting, including FATCA and CRS compliance.
Handle U.S. withholding tax matters, including FIRPTA.
Provide guidance on offshore private placement life insurance and annuity structures.
Analyze complex international tax issues and prepare planning memoranda.
3–5 years of international tax and private wealth experience.
Strong background in income tax planning.
LL.M. in Taxation required.
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
Corporate tax experience is a plus.
Strong drafting, analytical, and client advisory skills.
Must be licensed or eligible to become licensed in Florida.
Must reside in the Miami area prior to hire and be available to work in-office at least three days per week.
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package and meaningful opportunities for professional growth on a national and international platform.
