Municipal Finance Associate Attorney

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.