Associate Attorney - Affordable Housing & Low Income Housing Tax Credits
- $300,000 - $600,000
- Irvine, CA
- Remote
Build communities and shape futures as an Affordable Housing attorney with one of Orange County's most prestigious firms.
A bit about us:
We're partnered with a leading California full-service law firm that is recruiting for a highly skilled transactional attorney with affordable housing and low-income housing tax credits experience to join their dynamic real estate practice in Irvine. Remote candidates admitted to the California bar will be considered for this role.
This is an exceptional opportunity for career advancement within a firm that invests significantly in its people through comprehensive professional development, mentorship programs, and a culture that celebrates both individual and collective success. The incoming attorney will work directly with affordable housing developers and investors, providing sophisticated legal counsel on complex tax credit transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
What sets this role apart? Our partner has built a reputation on creating an environment where attorneys thrive as true partners in transforming communities through impactful affordable housing development projects. We're seeking an attorney with 4+ years of experience in affordable housing transactions and a demonstrated ability of providing strategic counsel on complex LIHTC projects. A portable book business is ideal but not required.
This is a full-time role with highly competitive compensation ($350,000 - $650,000 including estimated bonus; additional flexibility for exceptional candidates), comprehensive firm-sponsored healthcare benefits, generous PTO, and a robust professional network with career development opportunities.
Interested in learning more? Please apply directly to this post or contact Ken Clarke at ken@jobot.com or (949) 946-5491 to schedule a confidential conversation.
This is an exceptional opportunity for career advancement within a firm that invests significantly in its people through comprehensive professional development, mentorship programs, and a culture that celebrates both individual and collective success. The incoming attorney will work directly with affordable housing developers and investors, providing sophisticated legal counsel on complex tax credit transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Structure and negotiate joint venture agreements, with particular emphasis on low-income housing tax credit transactions
- Serve as lead advisor to affordable housing developers navigating various debt and equity financing sources
- Provide strategic guidance on tax-efficient structuring for real estate projects and optimal use of tax credits and incentives
- Ensure ongoing LIHTC compliance and navigate complex regulatory frameworks
- Deliver practical, solution-oriented counsel directly to clients while identifying and mitigating tax-related risks
- Draft comprehensive joint venture agreements on behalf of developers across diverse real estate projects
What sets this role apart? Our partner has built a reputation on creating an environment where attorneys thrive as true partners in transforming communities through impactful affordable housing development projects. We're seeking an attorney with 4+ years of experience in affordable housing transactions and a demonstrated ability of providing strategic counsel on complex LIHTC projects. A portable book business is ideal but not required.
This is a full-time role with highly competitive compensation ($350,000 - $650,000 including estimated bonus; additional flexibility for exceptional candidates), comprehensive firm-sponsored healthcare benefits, generous PTO, and a robust professional network with career development opportunities.
Interested in learning more? Please apply directly to this post or contact Ken Clarke at ken@jobot.com or (949) 946-5491 to schedule a confidential conversation.
Why join us?
- Nationally recognized AmLaw200 firm with Best Lawyers and Chambers-ranked attorneys
- Award-winning collegial workplace culture
- Strong base compensation, comprehensive benefits, and lucrative bonus structure
- 401(k) program with profit sharing
- Unlimited PTO for attorneys
- High retention, low-turnover environment where careers blossom
- Clear path to partnership and other senior-level roles
Job Details
Interested candidates must be admitted to the California bar and have at least 4 years recent, substantive experience spearheading affordable housing and low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) projects. Please apply directly to this post or contact Ken Clarke at ken@jobot.com or (949) 946-5491 for more information.
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