Senior Lawyer, Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution

BDO Canada · Vancouver · 4 weeks ago

Seniority: Senior
Category: Legal
Experience: 10+ years

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

At BDO Law, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to helping our clients navigate complex tax matters with confidence while fostering a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and high-performing culture.

We are seeking a Senior Lawyer to join our growing Tax Controversy & Dispute Resolution team in Montreal. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex tax disputes, influence litigation and dispute resolution strategy, and contribute to the continued growth of one of Canada's leading tax practices.

As a trusted advisor to clients and a key member of our team, you will own the following responsibilities:

Act as the primary point of contact between clients and tax authorities, providing strategic guidance throughout the dispute resolution process.
Develop and execute dispute resolution strategies, including preparing written representations and advocacy materials at all stages of tax audits, objections, appeals, and litigation.
Conduct sophisticated legal research and draft high-quality legal opinions, submissions, and correspondence relating to complex tax matters.
Assess engagements, prepare fee estimates, manage budgets, and oversee files through to successful completion.
Build and strengthen relationships across BDO Canada's service lines to identify opportunities for collaboration and client referrals.
Contribute to the growth and development of the practice through knowledge sharing, mentorship, and coaching of junior counsel and law clerks.

How do we define success for your role?

You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration
You understand your clients' industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent
You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Your Experience and Education

Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law society. Admission to multiple Canadian bars is considered a strong asset.
Minimum of 10 years of experience practicing tax law within a leading national, regional, or boutique law firm, accounting firm, or professional services environment.
An LL.M. in Taxation and/or completion of the CPA Canada's In-Depth Tax Course is considered a significant asset.
Bilingualism (English and French) is required due to the frequent and complex interactions with English-speaking partners and clients in Quebec and across Canada, as well as the need to prepare legal and client-facing documentation in English.
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility with clients and stakeholders.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of professional judgment and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Why Join BDO Law?

Work alongside leading tax professionals on sophisticated and high-profile tax controversy matters.
Collaborate with an integrated national network of tax, legal, and advisory professionals.
Play a meaningful role in shaping the growth of an expanding practice.
Mentor and develop the next generation of tax lawyers and legal professionals.
Benefit from a flexible, inclusive, and people-first culture that supports your professional and personal growth.

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Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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