Attorney of Law, Board of Director - (Three-Year Term)- Remote 2026-2028

Overview

A nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering historically marginalized women and families is seeking a volunteer Attorney of Law to serve as a Board Legal Advisor. This leadership role involves providing legal guidance on governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and organizational best practices to support the Board of Directors and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on nonprofit governance, contracts, employment matters, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise on risk management, liability exposure, and legal best practices.
• Review organizational policies, contracts, and agreements as requested.
• Support the Board of Directors and committees with legal insight related to governance decisions.
• Advise on bylaw interpretation, board resolutions, and fiduciary obligations.
• Assist with legal review related to partnerships, grants, funding agreements, and collaborative initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as organizational needs evolve.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience providing legal counsel to nonprofit organizations, boards of directors, or mission-driven entities.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit governance structures, fiduciary duties, and compliance obligations.
• Experience reviewing and advising on bylaws, governance documents, policies, and board resolutions.
• Experience drafting and reviewing contracts, memoranda of understanding, partnership agreements, and vendor agreements.
• Knowledge of legal considerations related to grants, donor restrictions, funding agreements, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience advising on risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Familiarity with employment-related legal matters relevant to nonprofits preferred.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
• Commitment to ethical governance and mission-driven leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with nonprofit or corporate law.

Compensation & Benefits

• This is a volunteer, non-paid board leadership position.
• Individuals serving in this role are not employees and do not receive financial compensation or employment benefits.
• Time commitment and responsibilities will be mutually agreed upon in writing.

Location

• Not specified.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• A current resume or CV
• A brief statement of interest outlining relevant nonprofit or governance experience
• Confirmation of active bar licensure

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.