Lateral Attorney, Tax Credit Finance

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced lateral attorney to join its Tax Credit Finance practice in Little Rock, AR. This position offers the opportunity to engage in diverse transactional matters, including tax, energy, debt, and equity financing, as well as real estate. The successful candidate will collaborate with seasoned partners in a growing practice that spans nationwide deals involving partnerships, corporations, tax credits, real estate, and secured lending.

Duties

• Address sophisticated legal issues.
• Draft and negotiate financing agreements.
• Review associated diligence.
• Communicate effectively and professionally.
• Engage in creative problem-solving.
• Apply critical thinking with attention to detail.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff.
• Work with urgency while meeting deadlines.
• Commit to achieving client goals.

Requirements

• Active bar license in good standing in the office location.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in tax, partnerships, corporations, real estate, or secured lending.
• Preference for candidates with a portable book of business.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating agreements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and critical thinking.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Plan and Health Savings Account.
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy assistance.
• Paid holidays and flexible vacation leave.
• Paid parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
• Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program and Back-Up Care.
• Domestic Partner and Commuting Benefits.
• Technology Allowance.

The Arkansas law office staffs nineteen practiced attorneys. They represent clients regionally and all over the country as well. There are seven areas of practice. A number of their practice disciplines consist of corporate, public finance, litigation, real estate, tax-estate planning, health care, and labor-employment law. Nasdaq-listed companies, NYSE-listed companies, privately owned businesses, insurance companies, and various employers are typical clients represented at the Arkansas law practice.