Affordable Housing Transactional Attorney

Practice Area: Real Estate - General, Job Type: Attorney,

Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 6 Years, A law firm in Oakland is seeking an Affordable Housing Transactional Attorney with significant experience in affordable housing policy matters and development transactions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in negotiating and drafting various legal documents related to affordable housing, with a focus on multifamily developments. Duties:Handle affordable housing development and financing transactionsNegotiate and draft loan documents, ground leases, regulatory agreements, easements, and related legal documents for multifamily developmentsProvide legal counsel on first-time homebuyer programs, construction documents, and commercial leasesCollaborate with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to facilitate affordable housing projects Requirements:Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school6-8 years of experience in affordable housing policy matters and development transactionsExtensive experience negotiating and drafting legal documents for multifamily developmentsKnowledge of first-time homebuyer programs, construction documents, and commercial leases is a plusStrong understanding of affordable housing regulations and financing mechanisms Education:Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school Certifications:Relevant certifications related to affordable housing law or finance are advantageous Skills:Proficiency in negotiating and drafting legal documentsExcellent communication and negotiation skillsAbility to work collaboratively with clients and stakeholdersStrong understanding of affordable housing policies and regulationsDetail-oriented with the ability to manage complex transactions efficiently Benefits:Hybrid work arrangement optionAnnual telecommute budget to support remote workCompetitive health insurance benefits401(k) with a partial matchEligible for annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses Founded over nine decades ago, this family-owned firm specializes in a wide range of practices including constitutional law, intellectual property, family law, real estate, public law, employment litigation, construction, insurance, data privacy, and others. With 10 offices throughout California, the firm has over a hundred highly experienced and skilled attorneys. Serving public agencies and private businesses throughout California, this firm has earned a great reputation for providing high-quality representation based on honesty, efficiency, and prompt responsiveness. The firm fosters a professional collegial work environment that promotes equality, dignity, and respect. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an option for employees to work remotely.