Tax Equity Associate Attorney

Job Title: Tax Equity Associate Attorney

Job Location: New York City, NY

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm is seeking a highly skilled Tax Equity Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will possess strong transactional experience in tax equity financing, tax credit purchase agreements, and related transactions. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on significant projects while collaborating with a team of talented professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate key transactional documents such as equity capital contribution agreements, membership interest purchase agreements, LLC agreements, tax credit purchase agreements, and other related legal documents.
• Provide guidance and legal support in the preparation and negotiation of tax equity financing structures.
• Conduct due diligence on essential project agreements, including offtake agreements, EPC contracts, supply agreements, O&M services agreements, and other project-related contracts.
• Assist in the development and structuring of tax equity transactions, including reviewing financial models and identifying tax benefits.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide advice on legal risks, compliance, and business strategy about tax equity matters.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of significant transactional experience in tax equity financing, tax credit transactions, and related legal matters.
• Expertise in negotiating and drafting complex legal documents related to equity investments and tax credits.
• Strong understanding of project finance structures and tax laws affecting equity transactions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team and independently.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or the ability to gain admission promptly.

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in drafting and negotiating legal agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage complex matters.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

This international, mid-sized, and young New York office has attorneys with a wide array of experience in antitrust law and commercial litigation; corporate finance and securities law; employment litigation and labor; project finance and development; real estate and mortgage finance; restructuring, insolvency and reorganization, and transactions based in Latin America. Although they only offer relatively competitive salaries, their team-oriented and informal environment -- where even the most senior partners are associates, mentors, and friends -- is conducive to quality and success.