M&A Partner or Counsel

About the Role

A senior transactional attorney will lead complex affordable housing deals, with a focus on Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) structures. This role works closely with firm leadership and legal teams to serve developers and support the growth of a national affordable housing practice.
What Youll Do
Lead affordable housing transactions involving 4% and 9% LIHTC allocations, tax-exempt bond financing, and multiple funding sources from engagement through closing.
Manage client relationships and deal execution for for-profit and nonprofit developers across the development process.
Draft, negotiate, and close partnership agreements, operating agreements, loan documents, and other complex financing instruments.
Structure transactions involving the requirements of Sections 42 and 142 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Supervise associates and paralegals, manage deal teams, and contribute to training and a collaborative team culture.
Work with firm leadership on practice growth and national expansion.
What Were Looking For
Eight or more years of affordable housing or LIHTC transactional law experience, including independently managing deals from engagement through closing.
Law firm experience, a JD from an accredited law school, and an active New York bar license or willingness to obtain one.
Strong knowledge of Section 42 LIHTC and Section 142 tax-exempt bonds, including multi-source financing and 4% and 9% LIHTC transactions.
Experience drafting and negotiating partnership agreements, operating agreements, and loan documents, as well as managing developer relationships.
Experience supervising legal teams and working collaboratively in a flat or cross-functional environment.
Familiarity with HUD programs such as RAD, GSE financing, or general partner and limited partner acquisitions is a plus. A portable LIHTC or developer-focused practice is also valued.
Interest in affordable housing and openness to periodic visits to a New York or Buffalo office.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary range: $300,000 to $400,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
Remote within the United States, with periodic visits to offices in New York City or Buffalo.