CHICAGO — June 29, 2026
Key takeaways
- Nicholas Carson has joined BakerHostetler’s Chicago office as a partner in the firm’s Business Practice Group and a member of the Community Development team.
- Carson joins from an Am Law 200 firm, where he was a partner in the tax credit group, focusing on tax-advantaged investing transactions in historic, new markets, energy and affordable housing tax credits.
- This is the second straight week a partner was added to BakerHostetler’s Business Practice Group in Chicago, as Mary Waller joined on June 22.
Why this matters
BakerHostetler’s Community Development team brings together more than 25 attorneys from across the country who have affordable housing and tax credit transaction capabilities. The addition of Carson bolsters the dynamic group that offers a one-stop destination for clients looking for counsel on all types and forms of federal, state and local tax credit or governmental financing options, including affordable housing tax credits and incentives, historic tax credits, new markets tax credits, and renewable energy tax credits.
Key quote
“Nick brings a strong track record advising clients on tax credit-driven investments and transactions that advance community development, affordable housing and renewable energy projects. His sophisticated experience across historic, new markets and renewable energy tax credits makes him an excellent addition to our multifaceted team and a valuable resource for clients navigating complex financing structures,” said John Allotta, chair of BakerHostetler’s Business Practice Group.
About Carson’s practice
Carson’s practice centers on structuring and advising on investment and financing transactions involving federal tax incentives, including renewable energy credits, historic tax credits and new markets tax credits. He works with corporations, financial institutions and syndicators on equity investments, tax credit transfers and acquisition transactions, and he counsels developers and lenders on financing for tax credit‑driven projects.
Recognized this year by The Best Lawyers in America as “One to Watch” in both Tax Law and Real Estate Law, Carson is at the forefront of the tax credit and incentive industry and has vast experience navigating complex financing transactions.
Carson received his J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law, his M.A. from Savannah College of Art and Design and his B.A. from Purdue University.
Key quote
“Nick is a terrific addition to our Chicago office and further strengthens the robust business and tax credit capabilities we offer clients in this market and nationwide. His experience helping clients structure investments that support community development and renewable energy projects will be a valuable asset to the team,” said Leif Sigmond, partner-in-charge of the Chicago office.
BakerHostetler’s Business Practice Group handles thousands of corporate transactions each year. The full-service team, consisting of more than 280 business attorneys in offices across the U.S., has extensive experience closing a wide variety of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity, real estate, debt finance, capital markets and securities, healthcare and regulatory, restructuring and bankruptcy, emerging companies and venture capital, commercial transactions, and other matters central to a company’s success. A national group with global reach, BakerHostetler’s Business Practice Group is consistently named a go-to firm by both Chambers USA and The Legal 500. For more information, visit bakerlaw.com/services/business/. Connect with us on LinkedIn at @BakerHostetler, @JohnAllotta, @LeifSigmond and @NicholasCarson or on the social platform X at @BakerHostetler.
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