Maria Morales Spelleri

Maria Morales Spelleri is of counsel in the firm's Business Transactions Practice Group, where she focuses on public finance matters, particularly the issuance of tax-exempt bonds to fund capital projects involving substantial institutional investments. Her work includes advising corporate trustees on both taxable and tax-exempt bonds, representing borrowers and lenders in the negotiation of complex financial and operational terms, and supporting the financing of acquisitions, construction, renovations, equipment procurement, and refinancing for new or expanding capital projects.

Maria has developed a robust public finance practice, working with nonprofit organizations, public agencies, small manufacturers, and affordable housing developers to structure and finance impactful community projects. She has supported the development of affordable housing, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and shelters, as well as other nonprofit and commercial facilities. With her extensive knowledge in navigating the intricate requirements of municipal finance, Maria provides strategic guidance that allows her clients to achieve their project goals while maximizing public benefit.

Her expertise in public finance and her commitment to community development make Maria a valuable resource for clients seeking to create sustainable, community-focused projects. Through her work, she brings together stakeholders across sectors to foster initiatives that enrich local communities and improve access to critical services and infrastructure.

More About Maria Morales Spelleri

Education

• J.D., Boston University School of Law
• MBA, Business Administration and Management, Boston University, Questrom School of Business
• B.A., Political Science, Government, Economics, Spanish, San Jose State University

Bar Admissions

• Arizona

Community

• Dignity Health, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical, Community Board Member, Chair
• The Industrial Development Authority of the County of Maricopa, Governing Board Member, Chair
• Valle del Sol, Inc., Governing Board Member, Chair
• Lifewell, Governing Board Member, Chair
• Phoenix Residential Investment Development Effort (PRIDE), Governing Board Member, Chair
• Phoenix Housing Commission, Commission Board Member
• Herrera Elementary School, Latina Reading Program Volunteer