Counsel, Law​/Legal

** Department:
** Affordable Housing | Equity - Legal We are Walker & Dunlop.  We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.
** Department Overview
**** W&D Affordable Equity (formerly Alliant Capital)
** is a leading tax credit firm focused on tax credit syndication for the development and financing of affordable multifamily rental housing. As a syndicator of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), W&D Affordable Equity raises corporate equity and monitors the development, construction, lease-up, and permanent financing phases of its investments. With a dedicated team of experienced real estate, asset management, legal, and tax professionals, we provide the highest level of fully integrated real estate and investment support services.

** The Impact You Will Have
** Walker & Dunlop is seeking a skilled Counsel to advise on legal matters supporting the Affordable Equity and Affordable Development teams.

This role offers the opportunity to play an integral part in a rapidly growing, best-in-class commercial real estate organization and to make a significant impact on its affordable housing initiatives. The Counsel will oversee, assess, and mitigate legal risks; prepare, draft, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements; and advise on property management and leasing matters. This position will also provide legal guidance on transactions and operations requiring affordable housing expertise, particularly projects financed with tax-exempt bonds and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and business-minded attorney who brings strong real estate and affordable housing experience to a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
** Primary Responsibilities
*** Work closely with in-house and outside counsel to oversee the drafting and negotiation of company agreements, investment contracts, and related legal documentation.
* Provide practical legal advice and recommendations to internal client groups on day-to-day legal and risk mitigation issues, supporting business objectives while maintaining compliance.
* Represent tax credit equity investors in the acquisition of interests in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) financed projects, including drafting and negotiating partnership agreements and related transaction documents, negotiating financing terms (conventional and tax-exempt), reviewing development and regulatory agreements, and conducting real estate due diligence.
* Respond to investor due diligence inquiries regarding lower-tier transactions in connection with tax credit fund closings, and interface directly with investors and investor counsel to resolve legal issues identified during the diligence process.
* Review and negotiate debt (conventional and tax-exempt) and equity financing agreements with lenders and tax credit syndicators on behalf of affordable housing developers.
* Negotiate and draft documents for the exit of limited partners from lower-tier partnerships at the conclusion of the tax credit compliance or delivery period.
* Support the structuring, due diligence, documentation, and closing of investment funds.
* Assist the Divisional General Counsel in providing oversight for legal matters pertaining to the business, including leadership, mentoring, and supervision of junior attorneys, paralegals, and staff.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
* Attendance is generally required from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM local time, Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
** Education and Experience
*** Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution.
* Admission in good standing to the state bar in the jurisdiction of practice.
* 4+ years of experience as a real estate transactional attorney, including law firm experience.
* Demonstrated experience in the purchase and sale of commercial real estate and a strong background in real estate finance.
* Experience with affordable housing transactions, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and/or tax-exempt bond financing.
** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

*** Comprehensive knowledge and working familiarity with Section 42 Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), tax-exempt bonds, lending practices, title and survey review, and other real estate finance matters.
* Strong ability to identify risks, evaluate alternatives, and propose structures or solutions to mitigate potential issues.
* Demonstrated skill in drafting, analyzing, and negotiating complex legal documents.
* Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills with keen attention to detail.
* Strong presentation, negotiation, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of management and external…