Partner-level Public Finance Associate

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a Partner-level Associate to join its Public Finance Practice. This position offers an opportunity to work on municipal finance transactions, collaborating with governments, underwriters, and banks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public finance, tax, and securities law and be prepared to take on significant responsibilities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Location:

• Detroit

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on municipal finance transactions.
• Work with government entities, underwriters, and banks on financial matters.
• Advise clients on tax and securities law issues related to public finance.
• Draft and review legal documents and financial agreements.
• Assist in structuring public finance deals in compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Requirements:

• 26 years of experience in public finance law.
• Familiarity with municipal finance, tax, and securities law.
• Experience working with government agencies, underwriters, and financial institutions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle significant responsibilities in a fast-paced legal setting.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in good standing in the state of practice.

Skills:

• Expertise in municipal finance law and regulatory compliance.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiation abilities.

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.