Tax Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a tax associate to join its Affordable Housing and Tax Credit Team in Orlando, Florida. This position offers a unique opportunity for a lateral associate to be part of an expanding team that serves diverse client needs in a dynamic city. The role involves working with for-profit and nonprofit developers on affordable multifamily housing projects across the United States.

Duties

• Represent clients in the development, acquisition, and construction of affordable housing.
• Engage in the rehabilitation, operation, and sale of multifamily housing projects.
• Utilize federal, state, and local affordable housing programs effectively.

Requirements

• Experience in partnership tax and federal income tax credits preferred.
• Member in good standing of any state bar.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting.
• LLM in Taxation preferred.

Certifications

• Bar membership in good standing.

Skills

• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid time off.

This Florida-based law firm represents some of the most successful companies in Florida and offers full-service legal representation on a statewide basis. This office's specific areas of practice include the following: Affordable Housing/Tax Credit, Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights, Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Computer and Technology Law , Corporate and Securities, Eminent Domain, Estate Planning and Trusts, Health Law, Labor and Employment, and Real Estate Development. Attorneys work in a team oriented environment, as the firm is comprised of 21 practice groups. The firm fosters a friendly, collegial, and supportive working environment where mutual support and respect is common. New associates go through comprehensive training programs and are given early responsibility that they can comfortably handle. In addition, the firm offers competitive salaries.