Tax Attorney Jobs for OPT Students
Tax Attorney jobs on OPT are available at law firms, multinational corporations, and Big Four accounting firms. Most roles require a J.D. and bar admission, which can affect your OPT timeline. STEM OPT extension does not apply to law degrees, so your 12-month window is fixed.
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Get Access To All JobsJoining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full-service firm with more than 150 attorneys and 300 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.
At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well-being with a family-focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.
If you're looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you'll feel at home at McNees.
We are seeking a Tax Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join our growing Corporate and Tax Group. The ideal candidate will have experience handling federal tax, income tax, and transactional matters and will thrive in a collegial, team-oriented environment. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners on sophisticated matters while developing meaningful client relationships.
At McNees, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration - where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional legal services and building lasting relationships, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities:
As an Attorney at McNees, you'll be an integral part of our team, working on meaningful matters and building strong client relationships. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Case Management: Take ownership of assigned matters from start to finish - review, analyze, and develop strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
- Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research using all available resources to support case strategies and provide well-informed advice.
- Document Drafting: Prepare, review, and finalize contracts, pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
- Client Communication: Serve as a trusted advisor by maintaining regular, proactive communication with clients about case progress and next steps.
- Negotiation & Advocacy: Represent clients effectively in negotiations and work toward favorable resolutions whenever possible.
- Collaboration: Partner with senior attorneys and colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
- Compliance & Ethics: Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, including adherence to state bar requirements and firm policies.
- Financial Responsibility: Assist in setting retainers, managing payment schedules, and ensuring timely collection of receivables for assigned cases.
- Continuous Learning: Stay current with legal developments and complete all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) to maintain bar membership.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
- 3-5 years of experience handling federal tax, income tax, and transactional matters.
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
- Self-motivated, driven, and detail-oriented individual.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
About McNees
Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pa., McNees operates offices across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., giving our team a broad regional footprint and diverse opportunities for collaboration. We are ranked among the NLJ 500, Best Law Firms, and Best Lawyers, and nationally recognized for excellence in areas such as construction litigation and energy law.
Our attorneys deliver tailored strategies to businesses, individuals, and organizations across industries, including real estate, energy, healthcare, banking and finance, insurance, construction, and technology. We also have a strong presence in public sector law, advocating for clients in regulatory and legislative matters at all levels of government.
Our services span corporate law, real estate and construction, labor and employment, litigation, tax, intellectual property, energy and environmental, estate planning, and public sector law, complemented by affiliated businesses like Apollo Communications (strategic marketing and PR), Keystone Municipal Solutions (municipal consulting), and Pine Street Land Company (title and settlement services).
McNees offers an engaging work environment, robust opportunities for professional development, challenging and rewarding career paths, and competitive compensation. McNees is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any trait protected by law.
Joining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full-service firm with more than 150 attorneys and 300 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.
At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well-being with a family-focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.
If you're looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you'll feel at home at McNees.
We are seeking a Tax Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join our growing Corporate and Tax Group. The ideal candidate will have experience handling federal tax, income tax, and transactional matters and will thrive in a collegial, team-oriented environment. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners on sophisticated matters while developing meaningful client relationships.
At McNees, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration - where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional legal services and building lasting relationships, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities:
As an Attorney at McNees, you'll be an integral part of our team, working on meaningful matters and building strong client relationships. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Case Management: Take ownership of assigned matters from start to finish - review, analyze, and develop strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
- Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research using all available resources to support case strategies and provide well-informed advice.
- Document Drafting: Prepare, review, and finalize contracts, pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
- Client Communication: Serve as a trusted advisor by maintaining regular, proactive communication with clients about case progress and next steps.
- Negotiation & Advocacy: Represent clients effectively in negotiations and work toward favorable resolutions whenever possible.
- Collaboration: Partner with senior attorneys and colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
- Compliance & Ethics: Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, including adherence to state bar requirements and firm policies.
- Financial Responsibility: Assist in setting retainers, managing payment schedules, and ensuring timely collection of receivables for assigned cases.
- Continuous Learning: Stay current with legal developments and complete all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) to maintain bar membership.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
- 3-5 years of experience handling federal tax, income tax, and transactional matters.
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
- Self-motivated, driven, and detail-oriented individual.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
About McNees
Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pa., McNees operates offices across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., giving our team a broad regional footprint and diverse opportunities for collaboration. We are ranked among the NLJ 500, Best Law Firms, and Best Lawyers, and nationally recognized for excellence in areas such as construction litigation and energy law.
Our attorneys deliver tailored strategies to businesses, individuals, and organizations across industries, including real estate, energy, healthcare, banking and finance, insurance, construction, and technology. We also have a strong presence in public sector law, advocating for clients in regulatory and legislative matters at all levels of government.
Our services span corporate law, real estate and construction, labor and employment, litigation, tax, intellectual property, energy and environmental, estate planning, and public sector law, complemented by affiliated businesses like Apollo Communications (strategic marketing and PR), Keystone Municipal Solutions (municipal consulting), and Pine Street Land Company (title and settlement services).
McNees offers an engaging work environment, robust opportunities for professional development, challenging and rewarding career paths, and competitive compensation. McNees is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any trait protected by law.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Tax Attorney
Target employers with established foreign national hiring
Large law firms and multinational legal departments hire international attorneys regularly and understand OPT work authorization. Smaller boutique firms may be unfamiliar with the process, requiring more upfront education from you about your eligibility.
Clarify your bar admission status early
Many Tax Attorney roles require active bar admission in at least one U.S. state. Confirm whether your state allows foreign-educated attorneys to sit for the bar, and disclose your admission status clearly in applications to avoid wasted interviews.
Frame H-1B sponsorship as a future conversation, not an immediate ask
Raise visa sponsorship after an employer has shown genuine interest in you. Law firms and legal departments weigh sponsorship decisions carefully. Demonstrating your value through credentials and interview performance first puts you in a stronger negotiating position.
Highlight your international tax knowledge as a differentiator
OPT candidates with cross-border tax experience, fluency in a second language, or familiarity with foreign tax regimes are genuinely valuable in international tax practices. Lead with these qualifications explicitly rather than burying them in a generic skills section.
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Can I work as a Tax Attorney on OPT?
Yes, if your J.D. or Tax LL.M. is from an accredited U.S. law school and your work is directly related to your legal studies. Most Tax Attorney roles qualify because legal practice is the intended outcome of a law degree. Your EAD card is the document that authorizes employment, and you must have it in hand before starting work.
Does the STEM OPT extension apply to Tax Attorney jobs?
No. STEM OPT extension is only available for degrees on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list, and law degrees are not included. Tax Attorneys on J.D. OPT have a 12-month window. If you completed a Tax LL.M., that degree also does not qualify for STEM extension, giving you a second 12-month period but no 24-month extension.
What visa typically sponsors Tax Attorneys after OPT?
The H-1B is the most common sponsorship path, and Tax Attorney roles qualify as specialty occupations requiring a J.D. Large law firms, Big Four accounting firms, and corporate legal departments have the infrastructure to sponsor and are the most realistic employers. Cap-exempt organizations like universities and nonprofits can also sponsor without entering the H-1B lottery.
How do I find Tax Attorney jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Browse Migrate Mate, which filters jobs specifically for international students on OPT and visa sponsorship. Many job postings do not explicitly state OPT eligibility, so targeting employers with documented histories of hiring international attorneys is more effective than filtering by keywords alone. Large firms and legal departments of Fortune 500 companies are your best starting point.
Does bar admission affect my OPT eligibility for Tax Attorney roles?
Bar admission is a professional licensing requirement, not an immigration one. OPT authorizes you to work in your field of study, but employers can still require bar admission as a job condition. Some firms hire pending bar admission or in a paralegal-equivalent capacity while you wait for results. Confirm the role's admission requirements before applying to avoid timeline mismatches.
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