Direct Counsel is seeking a Municipal Finance Associate with 3–6 years of experience to join a highly regarded Public Law practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public agencies and other participants in sophisticated municipal finance transactions throughout California.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting municipal finance matters, strong drafting and analytical skills, and a demonstrated interest in public agency representation.
Responsibilities
Represent public agencies, underwriters, lenders, borrowers, and other participants in municipal finance transactions
Assist with the structuring, negotiation, and closing of public finance transactions
Draft and review financing documents, resolutions, agreements, disclosure documents, and related transaction materials
Conduct due diligence and assist with transaction management
Research and analyze municipal finance, regulatory, and public law issues
Advise clients regarding financing structures, regulatory requirements, and transaction-related risks
Collaborate with attorneys and clients to develop practical, business-oriented solutions
Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active California Bar membership in good standing
3–6 years of experience with municipal finance transactions
Experience representing public agencies, underwriters, lenders, borrowers, or other transaction participants
Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Demonstrated interest in public agency representation
Ability to analyze sophisticated financing structures and regulatory requirements
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and collaborative mindset
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $158,000 – $205,000
Mainly Remote – Must Reside in California!
Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
Annual billable-hours bonus opportunities
Competitive health insurance benefits
401(k) with partial employer match
Reasonable billable hour expectations
Flexible work arrangement
Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
Why This Opportunity
Advise public agencies on meaningful infrastructure and public finance projects
Gain direct client contact and significant responsibility
Work on sophisticated municipal finance transactions across California
Join a collaborative and supportive public law team
Enjoy a flexible work environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and professional growth
Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.
Municipal Finance Associate
Direct Counsel is seeking a Municipal Finance Associate with 3–6 years of experience to join a highly regarded Public Law practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public agencies and other participants in sophisticated municipal finance transactions throughout California.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting municipal finance matters, strong drafting and analytical skills, and a demonstrated interest in public agency representation.
Responsibilities
Represent public agencies, underwriters, lenders, borrowers, and other participants in municipal finance transactions
Assist with the structuring, negotiation, and closing of public finance transactions
Draft and review financing documents, resolutions, agreements, disclosure documents, and related transaction materials
Conduct due diligence and assist with transaction management
Research and analyze municipal finance, regulatory, and public law issues
Advise clients regarding financing structures, regulatory requirements, and transaction-related risks
Collaborate with attorneys and clients to develop practical, business-oriented solutions
Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active California Bar membership in good standing
3–6 years of experience with municipal finance transactions
Experience representing public agencies, underwriters, lenders, borrowers, or other transaction participants
Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Demonstrated interest in public agency representation
Ability to analyze sophisticated financing structures and regulatory requirements
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and collaborative mindset
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $158,000 – $205,000
Mainly Remote – Must Reside in California!
Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
Annual billable-hours bonus opportunities
Competitive health insurance benefits
401(k) with partial employer match
Reasonable billable hour expectations
Flexible work arrangement
Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
Why This Opportunity
Advise public agencies on meaningful infrastructure and public finance projects
Gain direct client contact and significant responsibility
Work on sophisticated municipal finance transactions across California
Join a collaborative and supportive public law team
Enjoy a flexible work environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and professional growth
Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.
What You'll Do
Represent public agencies, underwriters, lenders, borrowers, and other participants in municipal finance transactions
Assist with the structuring, negotiation, and closing of public finance transactions
Draft and review financing documents, resolutions, agreements, disclosure documents, and related transaction materials
Conduct due diligence and assist with transaction management
Research and analyze municipal finance, regulatory, and public law issues
Advise clients regarding financing structures, regulatory requirements, and transaction-related risks
