Public Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a Public Finance Associate to join its Public Finance Department in Omaha. The ideal candidate will have experience in public finance, real estate, corporate finance, or other transactional areas, though qualified 2024 graduates are also encouraged to apply. This position involves working on complex public finance transactions and requires strong research, writing, and client communication skills. Candidates with relevant experience may be considered for remote work arrangements.

Location:

• Omaha, NE

Duties:

• Conduct research on federal and state law, including the Internal Revenue Code, federal and state securities laws, and local bond law.
• Prepare and review transactional documents such as trust indentures, bond ordinances, loan agreements, credit enhancement agreements, and closing documents.
• Draft and review underwriting documents, including offering documents, purchase agreements, and disclosure certificates.
• Communicate and interact with clients and other parties involved in transactions.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school (2024 graduates will be considered).
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to various tasks.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Bar admission or pending bar admission required for practice.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle transactional work and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible Spending Plan and Health Savings Account.
• Fertility coverage assistance and adoption/surrogacy financial assistance.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Flexible Time Off Plan and paid parental leave.
• Bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
• Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program, Back-Up Care, and Domestic Partner Benefits.
• Commuting Benefits and technology allowance.
• Employer/Employee cost-sharing on certain benefits.

The Nebraska law office opened forty-seven years ago. To date, it is the largest law practice in Nebraska. There are over one-hundred and forty qualified attorneys and other legal professionals on staff. There are four core areas of practice. Disciplines consist of corporate, finance, public finance, and litigation.