Lateral Attorney, Tax Credit Finance

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced lateral attorney to join its Tax Credit Finance practice in Fayetteville, AR. This role 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 work closely with seasoned partners in a growing practice that handles deals nationwide 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.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice with an active bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in tax credits, partnerships, corporations, real estate, or secured lending.
• Preference for candidates with a portable book of business.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar license in the locality of the office location.

Skills

• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating agreements.
• Ability to work with urgency and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to client goals.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Plan and Health Savings Account.
• Fertility coverage assistance.
• Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Flexible paid vacation leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
• Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Back-Up Care and Domestic Partner Benefits.
• Commuting Benefits and Technology Allowance.

With offices from coast to coast, this full-service firm represents business and governmental clients in transactions of all types. The firm consists of litigators who are comfortable in any courtroom, including state and federal courts and specialized administrative tribunals. Committed to making a difference in the communities, the team provides valuable hours of pro bono services to charitable organizations and individuals who can not afford legal counseling.