Tax Equity Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Tax Equity Associate Attorney with a focus on tax equity financings for renewable energy projects and tax credit transfer transactions. This role requires extensive experience in structuring mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, along with a solid background in tax equity matters. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials, excellent research and writing abilities, and be admitted to practice in Texas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Structure and advise on tax equity financings for renewable energy projects.
• Handle tax credit transfer transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Provide legal counsel on M&A transactions, particularly those involving renewable energy and tax equity components.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, financing agreements, and other transactional documents.
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessment in connection with renewable energy and tax equity transactions.
• Collaborate with clients to develop and implement tax-efficient financing structures.
• Monitor and advise on changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry standards related to tax equity and renewable energy.
• Provide strategic legal advice on federal and state tax incentives, including production tax credits (PTCs) and investment tax credits (ITCs).
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including finance and project development teams, to manage complex transactions.
• Support litigation teams when needed on tax-related disputes.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in structuring M&A transactions, with a specific focus on tax equity financings.
• Proven experience with renewable energy projects and tax credit transfer transactions.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Texas (or able to gain admission promptly).
• Exceptional academic credentials from an accredited law school.
• Strong background in federal and state tax laws, particularly in the renewable energy sector.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and transactions with tight deadlines.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Advanced tax coursework or an LL.M. in Taxation is preferred but not required.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Texas.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Tax Court is a plus but not required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to draft clear, concise legal documents.
• Attention to detail and the ability to analyze complex legal and financial issues.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to work across various legal and business teams.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and software tools.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. Thefirm pays top-of-market compensation.