Real Estate Associate

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate to support its Affordable Housing and Tax Credit Practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3 to 6 years of experience in affordable housing or real estate law. The role focuses on representing both nonprofit and for-profit developers in all aspects of affordable multifamily housing transactions, including development, acquisition, financing, rehabilitation, operation, and sale. This position offers the chance to work with a nationally active practice from a central Florida location, contributing to a collaborative and impactful legal team.

Location:

• Orlando, Florida

Duties:

• Represent developers (for-profit and nonprofit) in affordable multifamily housing projects

• Advise clients on development, acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, and financing

• Navigate and apply federal, state, and local affordable housing programs

• Draft and negotiate real estate and financing documentation

• Support transactions from initiation through closing and post-closing phases

• Collaborate with attorneys and staff within a high-performing legal team

Requirements:

• 3 to 6 years of legal experience in real estate or affordable housing practice

• Proven background in developer representation and financing for residential/commercial projects

• Strong understanding of tax credit structures, affordable housing laws, and program compliance

• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills

• Detail-oriented with strong project management ability

• Demonstrated ability to handle complex legal issues and transactions independently

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• LLM preferred, but not required

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of affordable housing programs and tax credit financing

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills

• Ability to manage client relationships and expectations

• Effective team collaboration and independent work ethic

• Commitment to quality, professionalism, and service excellence

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a nationally recognized real estate and affordable housing team

• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment in a growing legal market

• Access to a broad legal platform with resources across multiple jurisdictions

This Florida-based law firm represents some of the most successful companies in Florida and offers full-service legal representation on a statewide basis. This office's specific areas of practice include the following: Affordable Housing/Tax Credit, Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights, Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Computer and Technology Law , Corporate and Securities, Eminent Domain, Estate Planning and Trusts, Health Law, Labor and Employment, and Real Estate Development. Attorneys work in a team oriented environment, as the firm is comprised of 21 practice groups. The firm fosters a friendly, collegial, and supportive working environment where mutual support and respect is common. New associates go through comprehensive training programs and are given early responsibility that they can comfortably handle. In addition, the firm offers competitive salaries.