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Associate Attorney + Affordable Housing + Real Estate Transactions + Community Development + Regulatory Work
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Salary: $120,000 - $165,000 per year
A bit about us:
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We are a nationally recognized law firm focused on affordable housing, community development, real estate development, finance, regulatory matters, and public-private partnerships. Our attorneys work on meaningful, complex transactions that help strengthen communities across the country, from residential and mixed-use projects to public housing, redevelopment, and economic development initiatives.
The firm offers a collegial, team-oriented environment with a strong emphasis on professional growth, collaboration, and work/life balance.
Why join us?
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• Work on sophisticated, mission-driven real estate transactions with a direct community impact
• Join a nationally focused affordable housing and community development practice
• Gain exposure to complex real estate finance, regulatory, and development matters
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a collegial, team-based environment
• Build a long-term career with a firm that values professional development, balance, and input from team members
• Be part of a practice that goes beyond traditional billable-hour work and focuses on strengthening communities

Job Details
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A national law firm with a highly regarded affordable housing and community development practice is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Washington, DC office.
The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience handling real estate transactions, along with a demonstrated interest in affordable housing, community development, and work that supports meaningful neighborhood and economic development initiatives.
This role will involve working on sophisticated transactional matters, including real estate development, finance, regulatory analysis, and complex real estate transactions. Candidates with experience in affordable housing, multifamily development, LIHTC, HUD-related matters, public housing, public-private partnerships, or community development finance will be especially strong fits.
Ideal background:

• 2+ years of real estate transactional experience
• Strong interest in affordable housing and community development
• Experience with complex real estate transactions
• Regulatory analysis experience preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and client-facing skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• DC-barred or eligible candidates preferred, depending on firm requirements

This is an excellent opportunity for an associate seeking sophisticated transactional work with a mission-driven focus and long-term growth potential.
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