Public Finance Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced public finance attorney to join its well-established practice in Phoenix. The ideal candidate will have a background in serving as bond counsel or issuer’s counsel in tax-exempt finance or possess experience with tax credits and municipal law. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile public finance projects, contributing to a nationally recognized practice.

Duties:

• Serve as bond counsel or issuer’s counsel in tax-exempt financing transactions.
• Advise clients on matters related to municipal finance, including public offerings and private placements of debt.
• Provide legal counsel on tax credit financing, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with public entities, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to facilitate complex public finance transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate bond documents, legal opinions, and disclosure materials.
• Stay current on relevant municipal finance laws, tax regulations, and other legal developments.
• Work closely with clients to structure transactions and provide strategic advice on financing projects.

Requirements:

• Experience as bond counsel, issuer’s counsel, or in tax-exempt finance, tax credits, or municipal law.
• Strong understanding of public finance laws, municipal bond regulations, and tax credit structures.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple public finance projects and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for working with clients, financial institutions, and public entities.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Arizona, in good standing.

Skills:

• Expertise in public finance and municipal law.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing complex financial documents.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities, both written and verbal.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm.

This mid-sized firm has a long history of providing legal services in Phoenix. They have a diverse practice that includes corporate, litigation, employment, environmental, tax, intellectual property, and other areas of law, and their clients range from Fortune 100 corporations to government entities and individuals. The firm has a strong commitment to community service, and its attorneys frequently volunteer their time and provide pro bono legal services to worthy causes throughout Arizona.