Of Counsel, LIHTC

Of Counsel LIHTC

About the Role:

A leading highly collaborative law firm is seeking a Counsel (7 10 years experience) with deep expertise in LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) transactional work. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated multi-layered affordable housing transactions while contributing to a growing and mission-driven practice.

In this role you will lead complex deals from structuring through closing working closely with developers investors and internal teams. You will be trusted to manage transactions independently mentor junior team members and play a key role in shaping high-impact projects that directly support the development and preservation of affordable housing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex LIHTC transactions from inception through closing
• Represent developers and owners in affordable housing matters
• Structure and negotiate property acquisitions dispositions joint ventures development and financing transactions
• Supervise and mentor junior team members on deal execution
• Draft review and negotiate sophisticated transactional documents
• Collaborate closely with internal teams clients and external stakeholders
• Ensure efficient execution of transactions in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications:

• 7 10 years of experience in sophisticated transactional LIHTC work
• Proven experience representing owners/developers of affordable housing
• Demonstrated ability to independently run a deal and manage deal teams
• Strong background in acquisitions/dispositions joint ventures development and financing transactions
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong drafting negotiation and document review skills
• Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-responsibility environment

Why You Should Join:

This role offers more than just career progression-it provides purpose autonomy and meaningful impact.

• Lead High-Impact Work: Work on complex multi-layered affordable housing transactions that directly shape communities nationwide.
• Run Deals with Autonomy: Take ownership of transactions end-to-end while supervising and mentoring junior team members.
• Mission-Driven Practice: Be part of a team focused on creating and preserving affordable housing allowing you to see tangible outcomes of your work.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a firm with a true open-door environment where partners are accessible and invested in your success.
• Professional Growth & Mentorship: Benefit from hands-on guidance regular training sessions and clear opportunities to expand your leadership role.
• Strong Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary starting at $175000 with comprehensive benefits including healthcare generous 401(k) match backup family care and ample paid time off.
• People-First Environment: A supportive workplace that prioritizes connection including weekly training team collaboration and firm-sponsored lunches throughout the week.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary starting at $175000 commensurate with experience
• Competitive healthcare options
• Generous 401(k) match
• Backup family care support
• 20 days of paid time off plus 11 holidays
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Collaborative team-oriented work environment