Public Finance Associate

Public Finance Associate – Chicago, Detroit, Houston, or Milwaukee
Our client is seeking an associate with 3-5 years of public finance experience to join the Finance Practice Group in the following offices:

• Chicago
• Detroit
• Houston
• Milwaukee

Position Overview:
This is a full-time, non-partner track position supporting a thriving public finance practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in bond counsel, lender’s counsel, and disclosure counsel, along with exposure to working with state agencies, municipalities, and governmental entities. The practice focuses on Healthcare Finance, Economic Development, Housing, TIF and Special Assessment, Infrastructure, and Education.

Responsibilities:

• Work on public finance transactions representing borrowers, issuers, financial institutions, and credit and liquidity providers
• Provide counsel on various public finance matters, including tax, securities, UCC, and contract law
• Draft and manage public finance documents
• Engage in direct communication with partners and clients
• Manage matters efficiently, adhering to deadlines and high standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of public finance experience, including bond counsel, lender’s counsel, and disclosure counsel
• Experience working with state agencies, municipalities, and governmental entities
• Basic understanding of tax, securities, UCC, and contract law in public finance
• Law school course concentration in business law preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and matter management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, while working under pressure

Required Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent academic credentials
• Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A well-rounded, resourceful, and highly motivated associate

Education & Bar Admission:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active member of the bar in the jurisdiction(s) where the candidate is admitted to practice
• Timely admission to the bar in the office of hire jurisdiction is a condition of employment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program

Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should submit the following:

• Resume
• Law school transcript
• Cover letter indicating office preference