Public Finance Associate

Seeking a Public Finance Associate

Experience: 2 to 5 years in public finance law.

• Experience supporting public finance transactions, including tax‑exempt and taxable bond offerings, Industrial Development Agency (IDA) financings, and other governmental financings.

• Experience with economic development projects and public‑private partnerships, including renewable energy, housing, infrastructure and civic facilities.

• Ability to manage multiple clients, matters, and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with public finance transactions, including bond issuances, IDA financings, and other municipal financings.

• Draft and review transaction documents, including offering documents, bond resolutions and ordinances, and PILOT agreements.

• Conduct legal research and due diligence related to federal tax law, securities law, and state and local tax law.

• Support closings and coordinate with underwriters, financial advisors, issuers, and other transaction participants.

• Prepare closing and post‑closing documents and maintain organized transaction files.

• Participate in client meetings and contribute to business development efforts, as appropriate.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• Strong academic credentials.

• Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to clients.

Salary: $127,500 to $150,000

• A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, pension plan, and more. At this time, the good faith estimate of the annual salary range for this position, if the successful applicant is based in Buffalo, or Rochester is $127,500 to $150,000. This range is not applicable to other locations.

If you are a dedicated and motivated attorney looking to join a reputable law firm, I invite you to submit your resume to mikki.hussaingogpac or contact me directly at .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award‑winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client‑focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.