Real Estate and Public Finance Associate or Senior Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate or Senior Associate with over three years of experience in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have a background in public finance, including tax-exempt bond issuances and tax incentive transactions.

Duties

• Advise clients on public finance matters, including tax-exempt bond issuances.
• Participate in tax incentive transactions such as bonds-for-title and PILOT programs.
• Collaborate with teams on commercial real estate and federal tax projects.
• Engage in energy and solar-related legal matters as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years' experience in public finance.
• Experience as bond counsel, issuer's counsel, or company counsel.
• Strong verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the District of Columbia.

Skills

• Proficiency in handling tax-exempt bond issuances.
• Knowledge of tax incentive transactions.
• Experience in commercial real estate, federal tax, or energy/solar sectors is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

The DC office of this large national firm seeks to strike a balance between lifestyle and its demanding clientele. This firm has particularly strong financial services and capital markets, as well as international trade, practices, and also a range of other smaller practice groups as well. If you are looking to work in a smaller and more intimate but full-service office of a large national firm, this is a firm to consider. This firm recruits attorneys with strong credentials and experience, but remains dedicated to maintaining a collegial and diverse atmosphere.