|
|
|||
Printer friendly  | |||
| Company: | Lawyering Project, Remote, USA | ||
| Job Title: | JDHuntr - Senior Counsel / Legal Counsel $133,242 - $152,549 - Remote USA |
||
| Job Category: | General Corporate / Non-Profit [ View All General Corporate Jobs ] | ||
| Job Reference: | 86947 | ||
| Job description: | |||
| A legal program provides in-house style counsel to reproductive healthcare providers and related organizations, offering support similar to that of an internal general counsel. This includes guidance on corporate governance, nonprofit compliance, employment law, contracts, grants, data privacy and security, and lobbying activities. The role seeks an attorney with substantial experience advising or working with tax-exempt organizations to deliver legal counsel and technical assistance to program clients. The position may be titled Legal Counsel or Senior Counsel depending on experience and is classified as exempt, requiring flexibility to meet key deliverables and project deadlines. Senior Counsel / Legal Counsel, General Counsel Program Location: Remote, USA Job Type: Full time ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide tax-exempt organizations and abortion care providers with legal advice on corporate and operational matters, including, but not limited to, corporate formation, corporate governance, nonprofit compliance, federal and multi-state employment law, contracts, grants, data privacy and security, and lobbying; Conduct legal research, analysis, and writing; Stay up to date on developments in relevant areas of the law; Maintain effective working relationships with clients; and Perform other duties as assigned. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct intake interviews with prospective clients; Represent the Lawyering Project at conferences, convenings, and speaking engagements: For the Senior Counsel role, supervise Legal Counsel, Legal Fellows, and interns, as needed; and Cultivate an organizational culture that aligns with the Lawyering Project’s core values. Requirements The Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program must have: A J.D. or equivalent degree; An active license to practice law and member in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction; At least five (5) years of experience serving as general counsel or associate/assistant general counsel for a tax-exempt organization, or a comparable role, advising tax-exempt clients on a broad array of legal matters; Significant experience advising on multistate employment law matters is a plus; A commitment to advancing reproductive health, rights, and justice; and The ability to perform all job duties and responsibilities identified above; analyze complex legal issues and write about them succinctly; meet deadlines; work well under pressure; demonstrate attention to detail; communicate effectively to diverse audiences; and exercise sound judgment in a rapidly evolving legal environment. For the Senior Counsel role, the following qualifications are preferred: At least two (2) years of experience supervising attorneys. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES In addition to the Qualifications set forth above, the Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program, must have: Knowledge of federal and state laws governing tax-exempt organizations, corporations, multi-state employment, and data privacy and security; and Skill in legal research and drafting contracts, policies, and other legal documents for clients. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to travel domestically on an airplane 3-5 times per year. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS The application must include the following materials to be considered: Resume Cover Letter: In a section of your cover letter containing no more than 200 words, please describe the perspectives and experiences that you would bring to the Lawyering Project that are important to you and/or relevant to our work. Benefits: The Lawyering Project has fixed salary scales based on job responsibilities, education, and experience. For example, the current salary for a Legal Counsel, General Counsel Program with 5-6 years of relevant work experience is $133,242; the current salary for a Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program with 7-8 years of relevant work experience is $152,549. A copy of these scales is available to view The Lawyering Project offers a robust benefits package that includes: 100% employer sponsored health insurance plans (medical, dental and vision) Disability and AD&D Life Insurance Health Spending Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health, dependent care and transportation 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4% employer match Paid vacation, holiday and sick days Paid parental, family and medical leave $2500 annual professional development stipend and reimbursement for state bar membership fees Senior Counsel / Legal Counsel, General Counsel Program $133,242 - $152,549 Lawyering Project 86947 |
|||
|
|
|||
| Company: | Lawyering Project | ||
|
|||
| Employment type: | Full Time, Remote | ||
| Salary: | $133,242 - $152,549 | ||
Other Information |
|||
| Degree: | JD | ||
| Experience (year): | Unspecified | ||
| Job Location: | Remote, USA USA | ||
| Post Date: | 06/11/2026 | ||
| More Details: | Click here to read more about this job. | ||
Contact Information |
|||
| Apply Today | |||
Job details |