Description

The Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic provides education, advocacy, and representation to low-income taxpayers. It educates taxpayers as to their rights and responsibilities as taxpayers, identifies and advocates issues that disparately effect low-income taxpayers, and represents them in federal tax disputes and related state tax matters. Its cases involve administrative controversies before the Internal Revenue Service and litigation in federal courts. 

Typical case work includes arguing innocent spouse applications, preparing audit reconsiderations, briefing, and appearing in collection matters (including Collection Due Process hearings and offers in compromise), and handling cases in Tax Court, including appearing at U.S. Tax Court calendar calls and volunteering for settlement days. Additional work may include occasional outreach, such as educational presentations, to low-income taxpayers and community partners.

Requirements

1. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
2. Admitted to, and in good standing with, the Nebraska State Bar (or admission imminent).
3. Relevant experience in tax law, with a legal aid program, or serving the client community in a way related to legal services.
4. Commitment to provide legal services to low-income and elder citizens of Nebraska.
5. Experience supervising staff.
6. Awareness of the legal problems and needs of low-income Nebraskans.
7. Ability to communicate with people in the client community.
8. Ability to work effectively with other members of the firm.
9. Willingness to participate in the local bar and community.