Tax Credit and Impact Finance Tax Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated tax attorney with seven or more years of transactional tax experience to join their Tax Credit and Impact Finance group in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in community development transactions utilizing new markets tax credits, historic rehabilitation tax credits, and/or renewable energy investment tax credits.

Duties

• Advise clients on tax credit transactions and impact finance matters.
• Draft and review legal documents related to tax credit transactions.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to structure tax credit deals.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant tax laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Seven or more years of transactional tax experience.
• Experience with NMTCs, HTCs, and RETCs preferred.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Active license to practice in the applicable jurisdiction.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Medical savings accounts.
• Firm-provided Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Generous paid time off for various reasons.
• Paid bar dues and approved bar association memberships.
• Excellent work-life programs, including service bonuses and back-up care.

This firm is home to nearly 500 attorneys spread across 13 offices nationwide, an excellent size for associates and partners alike. The firm offers a full suite of practice areas and caters to businesses of many sizes and industries, with particularly strong litigation and corporate services. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and pro bono service, this is an excellent firm at which to work.