Tax Associate

Job Overview

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

Duties

• Represent clients in the development, acquisition, construction, and sale of affordable housing.
• Utilize federal, state, and local affordable housing programs effectively.
• Collaborate with a team to provide comprehensive legal services.

Requirements

• Experience in partnership tax and federal income tax credits preferred.
• Member in good standing of any state bar.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar membership in good standing.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

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

This Vault ranked firm promotes high level work, commitment to pro bono work, and great colleagues and clients. The firm provides creative solutions to complex legal and business problems while offering value-added service to its clients. Amongst its hallmarks are flexibility, practical business sense, and tireless advocacy. The firm is large enough to ensure promptness of service, yet personal enough to maintain the established reputation for individual attention. The firm values relationships, collaboration, thinking ahead, leadership within the profession, and helping those in need through pro bono and community service.