April 3, 2026

Associate - Affordable Housing

Real EstateAffordable HousingFinanceP&S

Baker & Hostetler LLP
District of Columbia, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Chicago, Orlando

Baker & Hostetler LLPDistrict of Columbia, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Chicago, Orlando

Practice area

Real Estate · Affordable Housing · Finance · P&S

PQE

3+ years

Locations

Salary

$245,000 - $385,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Seeking a mid- to senior-level Affordable Housing Associate requiring 3+ years of law firm experience focused on affordable housing transactions.
Work with a national team advising for-profit and nonprofit developers, investors, and governmental entities on housing projects across the country.
Expertise is required in affordable housing finance, development, and incentives, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) closings (4% and 9%), refinancing, acquisitions, dispositions, and exits.
Core responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating debt and equity transaction documents, and conducting necessary due diligence.
Candidates must have a strong academic record and a J.D. from an accredited law school.
Required professional attributes include strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to the role, the ability to manage work under tight deadlines, and clear oral and written communication.
This position offers flexibility to work from Austin, Dallas, Houston (TX), Chicago (IL), Orlando (FL), or Washington, D.C.
For Chicago and Washington, D.C., the expected annual salary range is $245,000 - $385,000. Salaries in other locations will vary based on experience, education, region, and skills.
Associates participate in a performance- and hours-based bonus program.
Comprehensive benefits include group health, dental, and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and 10 weeks of parental leave.
The firm provides opportunities for early hands-on responsibility, exposure to the full lifecycle of transactions, and a defined path to partnership.
The role involves working on projects that create affordable housing and drive economic revitalization.

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Top recruiter for this opening
Darin Morgan
Legal Recruiter
Major, Lindsey & Africa
Why talk to Darin Morgan?
Mike Nagelberg joined Baker & Hostetler LLP's District of Columbia office in the Environmental group.
Darin went above and beyond to ensure that my next career move would be the perfect fit. He consistently maintained close contact throughout the recruiting process, offered helpful insight and guidance on interview preparations and post-offer strategies, and exercised notable patience to allow me the opportunity to make an informed decision on my job change. His top of the line networking skills and unique ability to opportunistically place candidates in desired locations were evident on day one, and I highly recommend him to all attorneys who are considering a move.
Mike Nagelberg
Baker & Hostetler LLP • District of Columbia

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Top recruiter for this opening
Darin Morgan
Legal Recruiter
Major, Lindsey & Africa
Why talk to Darin Morgan?
Mike Nagelberg joined Baker & Hostetler LLP's District of Columbia office in the Environmental group.
Darin went above and beyond to ensure that my next career move would be the perfect fit. He consistently maintained close contact throughout the recruiting process, offered helpful insight and guidance on interview preparations and post-offer strategies, and exercised notable patience to allow me the opportunity to make an informed decision on my job change. His top of the line networking skills and unique ability to opportunistically place candidates in desired locations were evident on day one, and I highly recommend him to all attorneys who are considering a move.
Mike Nagelberg
Baker & Hostetler LLP • District of Columbia

Last updated: April 6, 2026

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