Public Finance Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boston is seeking a Public Finance Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of relevant experience in public finance, real estate finance, and/or lending/corporate finance. The ideal candidate will assist in various public finance matters involving state entities and nonprofits, handling tax-exempt and taxable municipal bonds, commercial loans, and securities disclosure offering documents.

Duties:

• Handle public finance matters for state entities and nonprofits, including tax-exempt and taxable municipal bonds.
• Draft transaction documents such as trust agreements, loan agreements, and closing certificates.
• Assist with the review of due diligence materials.
• Draft securities disclosure offering documents, including limited offering memorandums and official statements.
• Provide legal counsel on public infrastructure and capital improvement projects.
• Serve as bond counsel, underwriter’s counsel, disclosure counsel, and purchaser’s/lender’s counsel.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant laws and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in public finance, real estate finance, and/or lending/corporate finance preferred.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong legal research, writing, and interpersonal communication skills.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the Massachusetts Bar.

Skills:

• Experience in public finance, real estate finance, and/or lending/corporate finance.
• Strong drafting skills for transaction documents and securities disclosure offering documents.
• Ability to review due diligence materials effectively.
• Legal research and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

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