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Affordable Housing Attorney Associate – HUD Regulatory & Real Estate Finance

Direct Counsel
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/8/2026
Direct Counsel is seeking an Affordable Housing Attorney Associate with 1–3 years of experience to join a sophisticated Project Finance, Infrastructure & Real Estate practice in Washington, D.C. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with experience in affordable housing, HUD regulatory matters, real estate transactions, and community development.

Location

Washington, D.C.

Key Responsibilities

  • Handle complex affordable housing and real estate matters involving HUD programs.

  • Advise on HUD regulatory and transactional issues.

  • Support real estate finance, housing, and community development transactions.

  • Assist with matters involving Section 8 Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contracts and the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program.

  • Research and analyze federal, state, and local affordable housing regulations.

  • Collaborate with attorneys on sophisticated housing finance and public housing repositioning matters.

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of affordable housing, real estate, or HUD-related experience.

  • Experience with or demonstrated interest in HUD regulatory and transactional matters.

  • Strong interest in real estate finance, affordable housing, and community development.

  • Knowledge of Section 8 HAP contracts, RAD, and public housing repositioning programs preferred.

  • Strong academic credentials, sound judgment, and excellent communication skills.

  • Commitment to providing exceptional client service.

Compensation & Benefits

$215,000–$250,000 Base Salary

  • Potential additional performance-based compensation.

  • Comprehensive benefits package.

Why This Opportunity

Join a sophisticated affordable housing and real estate finance practice handling complex HUD-related transactions and community development matters, with opportunities for meaningful responsibility, professional growth, and collaboration with experienced attorneys.

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier legal employers and fostering inclusive hiring practices.

Salary : $215,000 - $250,000

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