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Raleigh, NC Attorneys

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Communities

through passion & experience

We’re your proven professionals for affordable housing projects and more.

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About Us

At Ellinger & Carr, your goals are our mission.

At Ellinger & Carr, the heart of our mission lies in our commitment to fostering thriving communities through legal excellence. Our team, led by Susan Ellinger and Steven Carr, combines over 70 years of experience in affordable housing, tax credit financing, historic rehabilitation, and community development, reflecting a deep-rooted passion for societal impact.

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Groups Served

Ellinger & Carr is the go-to firm for Nonprofits, For Profit Developers, and Government Entities

Our clients value our extensive legal expertise, a deep understanding of governing laws, and a strong background in social services. This unique skill set enables us to effortlessly navigate the complexities of community and real estate development, affordable housing, as well as corporate lending and financing.

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Nonprofits & Tax-Exempt Organizations

Nonprofits and tax-exempt organizations, including those focused on community revitalization and historic preservation, benefit from legal expertise that helps them navigate complex legal terrains, from tax exemption status and corporate governance to securing financing and navigating zoning laws while ensuring their operations align with legal requirements and contribute effectively to their mission and community impact.

Multifamily Housing Developers

With the help of legal counsel, multifamily housing developers effectively manage complex regulatory, financing, and contractual challenges, ensuring the successful completion and community integration of their housing projects.

Federal, State, and Local Governments

Federal, State, and Local Governments benefit from legal support in areas such as land use planning, affordable housing compliance, and community revitalization, ensuring their initiatives comply with legal standards and contribute to the development of vibrant, well-served communities.

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Explore how our dedicated attorneys can elevate your community development initiatives in Raleigh, NC and beyond – because bringing passion to every project isn’t just our practice; it’s our promise
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Our Services

Creating sustainable housing solutions that lead to positive community transformation.

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Community Development

Specialized legal and regulatory guidance for urban and rural community growth, covering public-private partnerships, land use planning, zoning, infrastructure, and community revitalization… READ MORE
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Tax Credits

Originally a component of the 1986 Tax Reform Act, the Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) program has evolved into one of the most innovative and successful affordable housing programs in the country… READ MORE
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Real Estate Development

Founded in 2008, Ellinger Carr lawyers serve our clients in all aspects of real estate development, ownership, financing, credit enhancement, and investment.On behalf of developers, investors, lenders, tax exempt… READ MORE

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Business and Corporate

Ellinger Carr lawyers provide comprehensive and sophisticated legal services to our clients engaged in all types of commercial real estate and other complex commercial and corporate transactions.. READ MORE
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Housing Authority Services

As unique organizations established and dedicated on the state and federal level exclusively for the production of affordable housing and the continued oversight of the quality of life for the residents that… READ MORE
“Common sense, clarity and collaboration are the guiding principles that Ellinger Carr brings to every transaction, negotiation, and advisement.”

Featured Projects

Some noteworthy projects

Sir Walter Hotel

Carolina Avenue

Bingham Park

Briggs Building

Gerber Park

Why Ellinger & Carr

You’ll find more than legal advisors; you’ll meet a team of solution-oriented attorneys and champions for your cause.

The attorneys at Ellinger & Carr have experience with hundreds of transactions, negotiations, strategic plans, as well as risk analysis, mitigation and advocacy. We combine it with a passion for our work in the Raleigh, NC area and the Southeast region of the United States and that’s what fuels our dedication to you.
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