Our client, an established law firm located in downtown Chicago, is seeking a Corporate & Tax Partner to join its transactional practice. This role is ideal for a senior attorney who advises at the intersection of corporate law and federal tax structuring and who enjoys working on sophisticated, business-driven transactions.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on federal tax structuring for mergers and acquisitions, financings, fund formations, and joint ventures
- Serve as lead tax advisor on complex corporate and transactional matters
- Draft and negotiate transaction documents and related tax provisions
- Collaborate closely with corporate, finance, and transactional teams
- Develop and maintain client relationships
- Mentor and support junior attorneys
Qualifications
- 8+ years of transactional legal experience
- Significant experience advising on tax structuring in corporate transactions
- Ability to function as a corporate deal lawyer in addition to providing tax guidance
- Active Illinois Bar admission
- Portable business welcomed but not required
Why Join This Firm
Partners benefit from a flexible, entrepreneurial platform that supports practice growth, collaboration, and long-term client relationships. The firm offers meaningful autonomy, a collegial culture, and freedom from rigid origination or billing pressures typical of larger platforms.
Why Scout Partners
Scout Partners focuses on placing attorneys with leading law firms and in-house legal teams across Chicago and beyond. We prioritize confidentiality, long-term fit, and thoughtful career alignment. Our approach is relationship-driven, market-informed, and tailored to each search.
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To learn more or apply confidentially, please contact Scout Partners directly.