State and Local Tax Controversies and Litigation Associate

Sullivan & Worcester is recognized as a leader in resolving complex state and local tax controversies, particularly in Massachusetts. Our Tax Controversies & Litigation team represents businesses and individuals in disputes with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and other taxing authorities, at all stages—from audit through administrative appeal and litigation.

We are seeking a mid-level Associate (3–6 years) to join our Boston office. The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience with state tax controversy and litigation.
• Familiarity with key state tax issues, including corporate income, sales and use tax, apportionment, addback statutes, and high-net-worth individual residency disputes.
• Experience in litigation, discovery, pleading drafting, trial, audit defense, motion writing is preferred.
• Excellent writing, advocacy, and client-management skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team.
• Strong interest in professional development with the opportunity to grow toward partnership.

We offer the chance to work on precedent-setting cases in a collegial environment, alongside lawyers recognized nationally for their success in high-stakes state tax litigation.