Tax Lawyer
Duties:
In general, tax lawyers investigate legal cases for business law, and help communicate between their clients and the IRS.
1. Keeping confidential records and tax information.
2. Communicating and negotiating with local, state, or federal government.
3. Taking an in depth look at tax related issues.
4. Researching and knowing state and federal laws.
Education and studies:
In general, it takes seven years to become a tax lawyer. The first four years must be for a bachelors degree.
Classes required:
Financial, managerial and cost accountingIncome tax I and II
Fundamentals of auditing
Business law I and II
Practice Areas:
Some areas of studies and specialization are:
General business taxationEstate planning
International taxation
Financial services
Compensation:
In February of 2014, the average salary of a tax lawyer.
Practice environments:
Tax lawyers generally work at law firms that offer tax services, but some may work out of their own residence.