Public Finance Associate Attorney (Atlanta)

PUBLIC FINANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Financial Services / Specialty Finance Practice Group

Locations: Atlanta, GA

HYBRID (3 days/week in-office)

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 international law firm , is seeking a 

Public Finance Associate Attorney to support its Specialty Finance practice in Atlanta. This opportunity is ideal for an early‑career associate interested in tax‑exempt bond finance , economic development incentives , and public‑private partnerships , with exposure to sophisticated transactions involving real estate, financial services, and corporate finance. The role offers hands‑on responsibility, direct client interaction, and meaningful collaboration within a collegial, growth‑oriented environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Georgia , in good standing
• 1-3 years of substantive transactional experience in public finance transactions 

• Background in real estate , financial services , or corporate transactional practice
• Demonstrated interest in traditional tax‑exempt bond finance , economic development incentives , and public and private partnerships
• Excellent drafting , communication , and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, client‑service‑oriented mindset

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate loan documents and related transaction materials
• Manage deal workflows , including coordination with internal teams, clients, and third‑party participants to ensure timely execution
• Interface directly with clients , lenders, and other deal participants
• Support senior attorneys on public finance and specialty finance transactions
• Assist with business development initiatives and client relationship management efforts

Why Join Us?

This role provides the opportunity to join a well‑established public finance and specialty finance platform offering substantial exposure to complex and meaningful transactions. Associates benefit from a collaborative culture , direct mentorship, and a clear path for professional growth and advancement . The practice encourages early responsibility while providing the support and resources of a large, sophisticated law firm environment.

Our client offers unparalleled resources , world-class mentorship, and a collaborative environment designed to accelerate professional growth . Attorneys in this group are given meaningful responsibility from day one and benefit from a culture that values excellence, innovation, and long-term career advancement. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary : Annual base salary is expected to range from $215,000-$250,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors
• Bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits : medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; excess liability coverage; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 40l(k); backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.

Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should submit a resume ,  law school transcript , and  cover letter for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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