BOUTIQUE REAL ESTATE TAX LAW FIRM - REAL ESTATE TAX ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Position Title: Real Estate Tax Assessment Associate Attorney

Practice Area: Real Estate Tax Law

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Chicago, IL / Hybrid

Reports To: Practice Group Leader/Senior Partner

About the Firm

Our Real Estate Tax Group is a leading boutique law firm recognized for delivering exceptional legal services in real estate tax. Our practice encompasses a broad range of real estate, including residential, condominium, apartment, retail/commercial, industrial and specialty properties. We cultivate a collaborative, high-performance environment where associates work directly with institutional clients, real estate developers, and senior partners.

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented and motivated Associate Real Estate Tax Attorney to join our growing Real Estate Tax Practice Group. The ideal candidate will handle a dynamic workload spanning commercial property tax assessment appeals at the local Assessor’s Office, the Board of Review, and appearances in front of administrative agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Property Tax Assessment Appeals: Manage administrative appeals from initiation to resolution before local tax assessors, county boards of review, and state tax appeal agencies.
• Tax Objection Litigation: Prepare and litigate tax objection cases in state trial courts, including drafting complaints, motions, legal briefs, and discovery requests.
• Valuation & Financial Analysis: Review real property assessment notices, evaluate commercial appraisal reports, and analyze property income/expense statements to evaluate tax reduction opportunities.
• Transactional Tax Support: Assist in drafting tax clauses for purchase and sale agreements (PSAs), and lease agreements.
• Government & Client Negotiation: Represent clients in settlement negotiations with county, municipal, and state taxing authorities.
• Legal Research & Writing: Perform complex legal research on state tax statutes, local municipal codes, and emerging case law.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Bar Admission: Active member of good standing with the Illinois State Bar (or eligible for immediate admission on motion).
• Skills: Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills, with demonstrated proficiency in interpreting financial statements and property valuation models.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Salary commensurate with experience.
• Bonuses: Annual performance bonus eligible.
• Benefits Package:

o Comprehensive health and dental insurance

o 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions

o Generous paid time off (PTO) and parental leave

o Bar association dues coverage and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) budget

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following materials to skickels@fieldandgoldberg.com with the subject line "Real Estate Tax Associate Application - Your Name”:

1. Current Resume / CV

2. Cover Letter highlighting real estate tax or tax appeal experience

3. Writing Sample (e.g., legal brief, memorandum, or substantive administrative pleading)

Field and Goldberg, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL