Public Finance Associate

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Public Finance practice in the Atlanta office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an attorney with experience in commercial real estate and finance transactions who seeks to work closely with seasoned partners. The role offers a collaborative and dynamic environment for professional growth and development, with potential for advancement toward partnership opportunities.

Location:
Atlanta, GA

Duties:

• Draft loan documents and review title and survey materials.
• Coordinate real estate and finance closings.
• Review, draft, and manage loan and real estate-related due diligence.
• Draft, review, and negotiate leases, amendments, and purchase/sale agreements.
• Conduct real estate and lending closings, ensuring proper approvals are in place before transactions are executed.
• Review and draft organizational documents.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations related to real estate and finance transactions.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to meet client goals.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with state and local governments, investment banks and institutional lenders, or other providers of capital in connection with tax-exempt financings and/or commercial real estate finance transactions required
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to the ownership and sale of real property.
• Proficiency in real estate finance and asset-based finance transactions.
• Understanding of various business entities and their structures.
• Ability to manage multiple matters effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive work ethic.
• Ability to conduct title and survey reviews and other real estate/finance diligence tasks.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Excellent academic record preferred.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice in Georgia, or eligible to be admitted within the first year of employment.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and matter management skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and apply sound judgment.
• Exceptional research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing legal documents related to public finance and real estate transactions.
• Strong desire to learn and develop superior legal skills in drafting and negotiating.

Benefits:

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • Fertility coverage, adoption, and surrogacy financial assistance.
  • Nine paid holidays per year and flexible paid vacation leave.
  • Paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked).
  • Paid parental leave and other leave benefits (bereavement, jury duty, military leave).
  • Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits.
  • Discretionary bonuses.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Back-Up Care.
  • Domestic partner benefits and commuting benefits.
  • Technology allowance.

A full-service multidisciplinary practice, this firm has long had a nationally recognized public and corporate finance practice. It serves local, regional, and national clients in a broad practice emphasizing civil litigation, bankruptcy, public finance, corporate and structured finance, banking and commercial lending, real estate law, taxation law, healthcare, and hospital law. It has also developed a sophisticated business and litigation practice representing clients in complex transactions and major litigation.