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Associate Attorney

LIHTC Leaders
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/25/2026
Location: Albany or Buffalo, NY

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: $120K-$160K, commensurate with experience

Role Summary

CHW is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of relevant experience who is interested in sophisticated, mission-driven transactional real estate work. You'll represent developers, investors, lenders, syndicators, and nonprofit organizations in the acquisition, financing, development, and preservation of multi-family affordable and mixed use residential, commercial, and historic preservation real estate projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in affordable housing, community development, commercial lending, real estate law, tax law, not-for-profit law and/or public housing law, or a strong real estate transactional background and a genuine interest in transitioning into affordable housing and community development.

What You'll Do

  • Represent developers, owners and investors in all aspects of complex real estate projects, including historic preservation projects, new markets tax credit projects, brownfield redevelopment projects, and affordable housing developments financed by tax credit equity, tax-exempt municipal bonds, and subsidized and traditional debt.
  • Draft, review and negotiate contracts of sale, operating and joint venture agreements, equity documents, loan documents, regulatory agreements, and other documents related to commercial real estate development, historic preservation and affordable housing transactions, most utilizing various tax credit programs (historic, new markets, affordable housing, brownfield and/or energy credits).
  • Perform high level legal due diligence document review on behalf of real estate developers and investors.
  • Communicate and build relationships with clients, lenders' counsel, agencies' counsel, title companies and other parties.
  • Support and collaborate with partners and senior attorneys across all phases of transaction lifecycles to ensure timely and successful closings.

Required Qualifications

  • 2-6 years of experience in commercial real estate, real estate finance, affordable housing law, community development, tax law, or not-for-profit law; or 2-6 years of strong real estate transactional background and genuine interest in transitioning into affordable housing and community development.
  • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and client counseling skills.
  • Strong document drafting, review and editing abilities.
  • Strong analytical skills, commitment to excellence and attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and thrive in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
  • Admitted or eligible for admission to the New York State Bar.

Why CHW

  • Work on impactful projects that preserve historic properties, create economic opportunities, and create affordable housing for underserved communities while advising leading developers and investors.
  • Represent prominent developers and tax credit investors on significant affordable housing and community development projects throughout the country.
  • Join a collaborative team where partners are actively engaged in mentorship and training of associates, supporting long-term professional growth.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare options, 401(k), paid vacation, and a supportive working environment that emphasizes work-life balance. Annual holiday gifts and merit bonus opportunities.

Culture & Values

CHW is built on a foundation of teamwork and professionalism. Our attorneys and professional staff are creative and collaborative. We invest in our team members through hands-on training and direct mentorship, creating a supportive environment where professionals at every level can grow and thrive in an environment built on mutual respect and shared success.

How to Apply

Please email your resume, transcript, and cover letter indicating which city you prefer for placement to Tom Constantine at tconstantine@chwattys.com.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CHW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce.

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