Higher Education Athletic Compliance Attorney

Overview

An established law firm is seeking an experienced athletic compliance attorney to join its growing higher education practice. The role focuses on legal issues related to college athletics, including compliance, Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) matters, House settlement implementation, athletic conference governance and strategy, impending federal legislation, eligibility litigation, and Title IX gender equity reviews. Experience working with higher education institutions is required.

This position is primarily remote but requires flexibility to be on-site as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on athletic compliance and related regulatory matters
• Advise on Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) issues in college sports
• Assist with House settlement implementation
• Support athletic conference governance and strategic initiatives
• Monitor and advise on impending federal legislation affecting college athletics
• Handle eligibility litigation
• Conduct Title IX gender equity reviews
• Collaborate with multiple attorneys and consultants on various assignments
• Manage projects effectively, ensuring timely and quality deliverables

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working with higher education institutions
• Strong academic credentials
• High ethical standards
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong project management skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package
• Anticipated salary range: $130,000–$150,000
• Actual salary determined based on background, experience, and education, consistent with applicable law

Location

• Primarily remote with flexibility to be on-site when needed

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). No search firms or recruiters, please.