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May 26, 2026

Housing Finance Associate

Real EstateAffordable HousingFinance
Ballard Spahr LLP

Ballard Spahr LLP

District of Columbia, Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Baltimore

Housing Finance Associate

Ballard Spahr LLP
Ballard Spahr LLPDistrict of Columbia, Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Baltimore

Practice area

Real Estate · Affordable Housing · Finance

PQE

2-5 years

Locations

District of Columbia, District of Columbia | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Minneapolis, Minnesota | Baltimore, Maryland

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Associate position with Ballard Spahr LLP in the Housing Finance group.
  • Available in Baltimore, MD; Minneapolis, MN; Philadelphia, PA; or Washington D.C.
  • Requires 2-5 years of post-qualification legal experience.
  • Experience in commercial real estate finance is essential.
  • Preference for experience with multifamily lenders, including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or FHA multifamily programs.
  • Strong experience with title insurance and survey review is preferred.
  • Strong academic credentials and an active bar license in Maryland, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, or D.C. are required.
  • Work within a national finance practice handling transactions across all 50 states, with exposure to loan origination and servicing.
  • Associates receive significant responsibility, including substantial client contact and opportunities for marketing and business development.
  • The salary range for this position is $205,000 to $275,000, dependent on experience, qualifications, and location.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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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.

  • Darin Morgan
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Darin Morgan

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Darin Morgan?

    Kyle Platt joined Ballard Spahr LLP's Philadelphia office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Darin was extremely effective in assisting me make the first move of my professional career. He is a great guide to the lateral market with a ton of knowledge. Darin really listens to his clients and goes out of his way to make sure they are successful. I would recommend Darin to any legal professional looking to make a move!

    Ballard Spahr LLP

    Kyle Platt

    Ballard Spahr LLP • Philadelphia
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Khatija Choudhry joined Ballard Spahr LLP's District of Columbia office in the Corporate group.

    Priya went above and beyond for me during my search for an associate attorney position. She has a fantastic grasp of the big law market, and was able to find positions that fit well with my personal goals and aspirations. She also made herself available to me 24/7 to provide constructive feedback, advice, and her honest opinions. I would not have been able to navigate the grueling interview process without Priya by my side every step of the way. I cannot recommend her services enough!

    Ballard Spahr LLP

    Khatija Choudhry

    Ballard Spahr 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.

  • Darin Morgan
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Darin Morgan

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Darin Morgan?

    Kyle Platt joined Ballard Spahr LLP's Philadelphia office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Darin was extremely effective in assisting me make the first move of my professional career. He is a great guide to the lateral market with a ton of knowledge. Darin really listens to his clients and goes out of his way to make sure they are successful. I would recommend Darin to any legal professional looking to make a move!

    Ballard Spahr LLP

    Kyle Platt

    Ballard Spahr LLP • Philadelphia
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Khatija Choudhry joined Ballard Spahr LLP's District of Columbia office in the Corporate group.

    Priya went above and beyond for me during my search for an associate attorney position. She has a fantastic grasp of the big law market, and was able to find positions that fit well with my personal goals and aspirations. She also made herself available to me 24/7 to provide constructive feedback, advice, and her honest opinions. I would not have been able to navigate the grueling interview process without Priya by my side every step of the way. I cannot recommend her services enough!

    Ballard Spahr LLP

    Khatija Choudhry

    Ballard Spahr LLP • District of Columbia