Staff Attorney (Part-time, 15-20 hours per week)

Overview

A nonprofit community development financial institution focused on expanding primary care access and advancing health equity is seeking a Staff Attorney. This role provides comprehensive legal counsel on transactional matters, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and nonprofit requirements while supporting strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on a wide range of transactional matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including consulting engagements, grant agreements, vendor contracts, business associate agreements, data use agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Offer legal guidance on employment law matters such as hiring, termination, workplace policies, ADA accommodations, and employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state nonprofit laws, tax-exempt requirements, charitable solicitation rules, and annual reporting obligations.
• Train staff on contract procedures and compliance requirements.
• Identify legal risks across organizational activities and recommend strategies to mitigate risk.
• Assist with drafting and updating employee handbooks and HR policies.
• Support investigations and compliance with employment-related regulations.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with healthcare regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with external counsel on specialized matters as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and licensed to practice in New York State.
• 3 to 5 years of legal experience, preferably including nonprofit law and business transactional law.
• At least 2 years of experience reviewing business contracts such as grant-related agreements, subrecipient contracts, MOUs, and foundation grant terms.
• Deep knowledge of nonprofit law, employment law (federal and multistate), and contract law.
• Experience with HIPAA, HITECH, and healthcare compliance frameworks.
• Strong judgment and risk assessment skills with the ability to provide practical, solutions-oriented advice.
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex legal information into clear language.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Compensation & Work Schedule

• Hourly rate: $65 to $75 per hour.
• Part-time position: 15 to 20 hours per week.
• Hybrid work environment based in New York State with some travel to the office expected (at least one day per week or as needed).

Application

Candidates must submit a thoughtful cover letter, resume, and complete an online application for consideration.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

No phone calls or staffing firms please.