NEW YORK, March 9, 2017—Jones Walker LLP announced today that Rick A. Lazio has joined alliantgroup as Senior Vice President and will also remain as Of Counsel with Jones Walker.

"Rick will be a dynamic asset to alliantgroup and we are pleased that he will also continue to be associated with Jones Walker to advance the firm’s standing in the tax credit and affordable housing industries," said William H.  Hines, Managing Partner of Jones Walker LLP. 

alliantgroup is a specialty tax consulting firm that concentrates on qualifying smaller and mid-cap companies for various state and federal tax credits and incentives. In his new role, Mr. Lazio will be working with IT start-ups, presenting at conferences throughout the nation, developing strategies for business development, and advising the CEO on public policy, talent development, and general strategic guidance.

"I look forward to continuing to be associated with Jones Walker and working to assist clients with corporate and affordable housing issues," said Mr. Lazio. 

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