Corporate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a corporate associate to join its Affordable Housing and Tax Credit Team in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This position offers a unique opportunity for a lateral associate to be part of an expanding team dedicated to client service. The role is open to candidates in multiple large markets.

Duties

• Represent for-profit and nonprofit developers in affordable multifamily housing projects.
• Engage in the development, acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, operation, and sale of housing projects.
• Utilize federal, state, and local affordable housing programs.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years of experience in affordable housing or real estate practice.
• Knowledgeable in developer representation and project financing.
• Member of the Florida bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Florida Bar membership.

Skills

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

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing team.
• Engagement with diverse and challenging projects.

This Florida-based firm represents many of the state's most successful companies and offers full-service legal representation on a statewide basis. Specific areas of practice include Corporate and Securities, Estate Planning and Trusts, Health Law, and Taxation. Attorneys work in a team oriented environment, comprised of 21 practice groups. The friendly, collegial, and supportive working environment helps new attorneys become acclimated quickly. New associates go through comprehensive training programs and are given early responsibility that they can comfortably handle. Competitive salaries and benefits are offered.