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How much does a Tax Counsel I make in Illinois? The average Tax Counsel I salary in Illinois is $111,090 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $88,490 and $120,090. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Tax Counsel I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tax Counsel I Salary $67,914 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Tax Counsel I Salary $88,490 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Tax Counsel I Salary $111,090 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Tax Counsel I Salary $120,090 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Tax Counsel I Salary $128,284 IL March 26, 2024
25% $88,490 10% $67,914 90% $128,284 75% $120,090 $111,090 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Tax Counsel I is responsible for developing tax saving plans and preparing legal documents involving liabilities. Acts as organization's representation in dealing with local, state, and federal taxing agencies. Being a Tax Counsel I requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Offers counsel on the impact of tax laws and preparation of tax activities. In addition, Tax Counsel I typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Tax Counsel I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as a Tax Counsel I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Tax Counsel I

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

  2. Up a level:

    Attorney, Experienced - Taxes

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $113,823 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $113,389 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $102,756 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $103,732 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $105,360 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $113,389 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $102,213 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $101,345 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $105,360 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $99,826 Date Updated March 26, 2024