Public Finance Associate

Friedman Williams; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Friedman Williams is seeking a Public Finance Associate in Buffalo, NY. The candidate should have 2 to 5 years of experience in public finance law, supporting public finance transactions, including bond issuances and governmental financings.

A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple clients, is required. Interested candidates should email their resume, salary requirements, and transcript to Sarah Latham at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in public finance law.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to work collaboratively across practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with public finance transactions including bond issuances.
• Draft and review transaction documents.
• Conduct legal research related to federal tax law.
• Coordinate with transaction participants for closings.
• Prepare closing documents and maintain organized files.
• Participate in client meetings for business development.

Skills

Public finance transactions support

Managing multiple clients

Legal research

Excellent communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Public Finance Associate - Buffalo, NY

Job ID: 21188

Experience: 2 to 5 years in public finance law.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting public finance transactions, including tax‑exempt and taxable bond offerings, Industrial Development Agency (IDA) financings, and other governmental financings.
• Experience with economic development projects and public‑private partnerships, including renewable energy, housing, infrastructure and civic facilities.
• Ability to manage multiple clients, matters, and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with public finance transactions, including bond issuances, IDA financings, and other municipal financings.
• Draft and review transaction documents, including offering documents, bond resolutions and ordinances, and PILOT agreements.
• Conduct legal research and due diligence related to federal tax law, securities law, and state and local tax law.
• Support closings and coordinate with underwriters, financial advisors, issuers, and other transaction participants.
• Prepare closing and post‑closing documents and maintain organized transaction files.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to business development efforts, as appropriate.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to clients.

If you are interested in this position, please email your resume, salary requirements, and transcript to Sarah Latham, [e-mail].