Partner - Tax Litigation (With Or Without Team)

A nationally established business law firm is continuing the growth of its tax litigation practice in Montreal and is seeking a senior Partner to actively contribute to the expansion of the group. The firm advises corporate, institutional and entrepreneurial clients on complex tax disputes involving significant financial and strategic stakes.
This opportunity is suited to a professional looking to join a sophisticated and collaborative platform offering the ability to grow a practice within an entrepreneurial and multidisciplinary environment. The firm is open to welcoming a partner with or without an existing team.
The RoleAs a Tax Litigation Partner, you will lead strategic matters involving tax audits, objections, judicial reviews and complex disputes with tax authorities.
You will also play an important role in business development, practice growth and the mentorship of professionals within the group.
Responsibilities
Advise businesses, investors and taxpayers on complex tax disputes
Represent clients in audits, objections and tax litigation matters
Appear before the Tax Court of Canada, Federal Court and other relevant tribunals
Develop litigation strategies tailored to clients’ tax and business objectives
Collaborate with transactional tax and business law teams
Participate in matters involving corporate tax, international tax and reorganizations
Maintain and grow a client portfolio
Mentor and develop team members
Actively participate in business development and practice visibility initiatives
Contribute to the strategic direction of the tax group
Requirements
Member in good standing of the Québec Bar
Recognized expertise in tax litigation
Established client portfolio or strong business development capabilities
Significant experience before courts and tax authorities
Strong strategic, legal drafting and advocacy skills
Solid understanding of corporate and commercial tax matters
Demonstrated leadership and ability to develop and manage a team
Strategic judgment, rigor and strong prioritization skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Bilingualism in French and English
Benefits
National platform recognized in tax and business litigation
Complex and strategic high-visibility tax mandates
Opportunity to integrate and grow a team
Collaboration with recognized professionals across Canada
Sophisticated clientele and national and international mandates
Strong autonomy in practice development
Competitive compensation and premier benefits package
#J-18808-Ljbffr