Attorney (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Overview

A small, rapidly-growing law firm dedicated to serving the nonprofit sector is seeking an experienced attorney for a full-time or part-time position. The firm provides practical, mission-focused legal counsel to nonprofit organizations, boards of directors, executives, and other nonprofit stakeholders. The work covers a wide range of legal issues facing mission-driven organizations.

Responsibilities

• Advise nonprofit boards, executives, and stakeholders on legal issues including tax-exempt law, nonprofit governance, compliance, risk management, and operational matters
• Provide employment law counsel
• Draft and review contracts, policies, governance documents, and other legal materials
• Support clients through organizational transitions, investigations, disputes, and other complex matters
• Participate in business development and relationship-building activities
• Contribute to thought leadership, trainings, presentations, and educational resources
• Assist with internal firm initiatives, systems, and administrative needs

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• At least 7 years of relevant legal experience
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Tax-exempt organizations law
  • Nonprofit corporate governance
  • Employment law
  • Charitable giving and philanthropy
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Risk management and investigations
• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills
• Ability to manage matters independently
• Exceptional attention to detail and sound professional judgment
• Commitment to mission-driven work and the nonprofit sector
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with clients, boards, executives, and colleagues
• Ability to thrive in a remote work environment with a high degree of autonomy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as in-house or outside counsel to a nonprofit organization
• Massachusetts bar admission or willingness to become licensed in Massachusetts
• Strong professional network and reputation within the nonprofit sector
• Experience speaking, training, writing, or otherwise serving as a thought leader within the nonprofit community

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation based on experience, expertise, practice area, business development capabilities, and whether the candidate brings an existing client base
• Part-time compensation prorated based on schedule and experience
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 3%
• Paid time off
• Coverage of one professional membership annually
• Coverage of bar registration and renewal fees
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Flexible work schedule
• Primarily remote work environment with occasional in-person meetings in the Boston area

Location

Primarily remote, Boston-based firm

Candidates interested in applying should prepare a current resume and a thoughtful cover letter explaining their interest in nonprofit law and the firm, as well as their preferred schedule (full-time or part-time).