Tax Credit And Impact Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, DC, seeks a motivated Tax Credit and Impact Finance Associate Attorney with 0-5 years of transactional experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in community development transactions involving new markets tax credits (NMTCs), historic rehabilitation tax credits (HTCs), and/or renewable energy investment tax credits (RETCs). The associate will play a crucial role in supporting the firm's efforts in the field of tax credit and impact finance, contributing to complex transactions and legal strategies.

Duties:

• Collaborate with senior attorneys to advise clients on community development transactions, focusing on NMTCs, HTCs, and RETCs.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to federal income tax laws and regulations applicable to tax credit and impact finance transactions.
• Draft and review transactional documents, including agreements, contracts, and financing documents.
• Support commercial real estate matters, commercial lending, and structured finance transactions.

Requirements:

• 0-5 years of transactional experience in a legal setting.
• Demonstrated interest and knowledge in community development transactions, particularly NMTCs, HTCs, and RETCs.
• Commercial real estate experience, commercial lending experience, structured finance, and/or general federal income tax experience are beneficial.
• An active license to practice law is required.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law.

Skills:

• Superior academic performance.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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.