Legal Counsel for Affordable Housing and Community Development
Patrick Jenkins is a Baltimore-based attorney combining big-firm expertise with entrepreneurial problem-solving to serve the organizations building our community's future.
Why Heath Covington LLC
Big-Firm Experience Without the Overhead
Experienced in LIHTC, HUD financing, and complex community development transactions at a national affordable housing practice. Now offering the same technical expertise in a model designed for flexibility and responsiveness.
Built by an Entrepreneur
Before law, I founded and sold multiple technology companies and was inducted into the University of Maryland Computer Science Hall of Fame. I pivoted to affordable housing law to apply that same discipline and problem-solving to work that changes lives.
Deeply Local, Mission-Aligned
Based in Baltimore City. Board member of the Maryland Community Development Network. Focused on organizations advancing affordable housing, community ownership, and equitable development.
Integrated Legal and Real Estate Services
Coordinated legal counsel and development services under one practice, reducing handoffs, streamlining closings, and keeping more value in the communities my clients serve.
Who I Serve
Heath Covington LLC represents:
- Nonprofit affordable housing developers managing LIHTC, bond, and mixed-finance projects
- Community land trusts (CLTs) building long-term community ownership
- Limited equity housing cooperatives (LEHCs) creating resident-controlled housing
- Mission-driven for-profit developers committed to affordability and impact
My Approach
Partnership, Not Transactions
I work closely with clients across the development lifecycle: attending planning meetings, identifying issues early, and building internal capacity. The goal isn't just to close deals; it's to make organizations stronger and more confident with every project.
Accessible and Responsive
Organizations building affordable housing and stronger communities need counsel they can call without hesitation. My practice is structured for accessibility: clear communication, practical advice, and fee structures that support your mission.
Building Capacity, Not Dependencies
Building for the future means navigating complex financing, regulations, and transactions. I'm here to guide you through that process while strengthening your team's understanding and confidence. My goal is to build your capacity, not create ongoing dependency.
Ready to Talk?
Whether you're launching a new project, navigating a complex closing, or building long-term legal capacity, I'd welcome the chance to discuss how Heath Covington LLC can support your work.
Schedule a ConsultationBased in Baltimore, serving mission-driven developers across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic.