Associate - Affordable Housing

BakerHostetler is seeking a senior-level affordable housing associate or counsel (6+ years of law firm experience) to join its nationally recognized Affordable Housing team. This team works with for-profit and nonprofit developers, along with investors and governmental entities, to develop, acquire, construct, finance, operate and preserve housing in Texas and other locations across the country. Qualifications Include 6+ years of relevant law firm experience focused on affordable housing transactions, including affordable housing finance, development and incentives. Experience with other all types of tax credits would be beneficial but is not required. Ability to handle all facets of an affordable housing development or finance transaction from leading on initial structuring to drafting transactions including LIHTC closings (4% and negotiating transaction documents 9% transactions), refinancing, acquisitions, dispositions and negotiating business exits. Experience representing all sides (i.e., developers, syndicators/investors and legal issues. lenders) preferred but not required. Work includes up-front planning and issue spotting to drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various transaction documents and conducting necessary due diligence, as well as overall project management and direct interaction with clients and opposing parties. A strong academic record, having earned a J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school. Successful candidates will have demonstrated: professional commitment and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a collaborative team environment; the ability to take the lead on deals and interface with sophisticated and demanding clients; the ability to work in a high-pressure and face-paced environment; the ability to meet and beat tight deadlines; clear and concise communication style (oral and written) with clients, and team members. Location: This position may be in Austin, TX, Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; or Orlando, FL. We offer top-tier benefits and compensation, including a performance bonus, as well as a collegial work environment. Salary is commensurate with years of experience. Application Submission Information: If you have any questions about the position or process, please contact Recruiting Manager, Miriam McHenry at mmchenry@bakerlaw.com. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-MM1 #LI-Hybrid

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)

Practice Areas & Specialty

Affordable Housing, Finance, Real Estate