Manage property valuation appeal cases for clients, including analyzing property valuations, identifying tax savings, preparing projections and budgets, negotiating with assessing jurisdictions, presenting appeals, communicating with clients and prospects, settling claims, and reviewing invoices. The role requires a Juris Doctor, state bar admission, strong analytical and communication skills, and an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.
An Associate Attorney’s main tasks at Flanagan | Bilton are to manage and resolve property valuation appeal cases on behalf of clients by developing analyses, negotiating contracts and agreements, settling claims, and advocating for clients in hearings. Associate Attorneys will work under the supervision of more experienced colleagues. This is an in-office position with office hours of Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Associate Attorney Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide legal support
- Review property valuations to identify property tax savings opportunities using the various Income, Sales, and Cost approach analyses
- Manage the appeal processes for assigned clients
- Perform various analyses for clients, such as tax projections and annual budgets, communicate appeal status, and review/discuss client needs
- Present and negotiate appeals with various assessing jurisdictions
- Communicate and present the firm's services to potential clients
- Review and approve invoices
Requirements
- Juris Doctor Degree
- Admission to the State Bar
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Strong analytical background
- Minimum Cumulative Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Compensation
- Starting Salary: 75,000
- 120 hours of PTO after a 90-day probation period (unused hours are forfeited annually)
- 17 paid holidays
- Employee-only medical, dental, vision, and basic life premium insurance paid by the employer
- 3% of salary employer 401k contribution after two years of employment
- Business casual dress code with exceptions based on assigned tasks and positions
- Team atmosphere
- Annual reviews
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of all essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.
A pre-employment background check is required.
Please note that we do not accept submissions from recruiting or staffing agencies for employment consideration. All applicants must apply directly.
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