Houston | Hybrid

Real Estate Tax Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Real Estate Tax Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising real estate investors, developers, REITs, private equity funds, institutional investors, lenders, and operating companies on sophisticated real estate tax matters.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of transactional tax or real estate tax experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients on the tax aspects of commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financings, developments, joint ventures, and restructurings

• Experience representing developers, REITs, private equity real estate funds, institutional investors, lenders, and closely held businesses

• Experience with partnership taxation, LLC taxation, REIT taxation, like-kind exchanges (Section 1031), opportunity zones, and tax-efficient transaction structuring

• Experience structuring joint ventures, real estate investment vehicles, and fund investments

• Experience drafting and negotiating tax provisions in purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, financing documents, and other transaction documents

• Experience with renewable energy tax credits, historic tax credits, low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC), or other real estate tax incentive programs is a plus

• Strong analytical, drafting, research, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated tax matters while collaborating with real estate, finance, and corporate transaction teams

• Excellent academic credentials

• LL.M. in Taxation is a plus, but not required

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Real Estate & Tax platform

✅ Sophisticated commercial real estate and tax planning work

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise leading developers, REITs, institutional investors, and private equity real estate funds

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174