Public Finance Associate Attorney

Location: Atlanta, GA

Salary: $225K – $260K

Experience: 1–3 Years

Advert Code: MLFS220

A prominent national law firm is seeking a Public Finance Associate with 1–3 years of experience to join its expanding finance practice in Atlanta.

This opportunity is ideal for a junior associate looking to build a strong foundation in public finance while gaining exposure to sophisticated transactional work across economic development, tax-exempt financing, and public-private partnership matters. The role offers hands-on responsibility, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Attorneys in this practice advise on complex financing structures that support major development initiatives, infrastructure projects, and strategic investment transactions, making this an excellent platform for long-term career development.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Draft, review, and negotiate financing and loan documentation across a range of public finance transactions
• Assist in structuring tax-exempt bond financings and related transactional matters
• Support economic development incentive projects and public-private partnership initiatives
• Coordinate transaction workflows and manage deal timelines from inception through closing
• Work directly with clients, financial institutions, governmental entities, and other transaction participants
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on strategic client initiatives and business development efforts

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of transactional experience within a law firm, ideally in public finance, real estate, corporate, or financial services
• Interest in public finance, tax-exempt bond transactions, and economic development matters
• Strong drafting and document management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple active matters and maintain strong attention to detail
• Outstanding academic credentials
• Juris Doctor (JD) required
• Previous experience working in a law firm is required
• Admission to the Georgia Bar, or pending admission

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career attorney to gain substantive transactional experience in a specialized and growing finance practice. The team offers a supportive, collaborative environment with strong mentorship, direct client exposure, and clear opportunities for advancement.

For associates seeking to build a long-term practice in public finance and complex structured transactions, this role offers both immediate hands-on experience and long-term professional growth.

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