Transactional Attorney - In-House Agency

Responsibilities

• Prepare, examine, and refine a broad range of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, board materials, policy documents, and procurement-related records.
• Provide legal guidance on matters connected to public housing and voucher programs, particularly when supporting transactions and operational decisions.
• Advise internal teams on legal considerations involving affordable rental developments, homeownership initiatives, and public housing property dispositions.
• Support negotiations and documentation for real estate and commercial arrangements such as licenses, leases, rights of entry, and development-related agreements.
• Review agency actions and proposed initiatives to help ensure alignment with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
• Respond to subpoenas, public records matters, and other formal information requests in a timely and legally sound manner.
• Monitor relevant statutes, regulations, and program rules to maintain current legal guidance for agency operations and initiatives.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Active membership in the Maryland Bar in good standing.
• At least five years of experience handling transactional legal matters.
• Demonstrated background in transactional law and commercial real estate work.
• Familiarity with affordable housing matters and government or HUD-related program requirements is preferred.
• Ability to interpret regulations and translate legal requirements into practical business guidance.