The Lawyering Project

Role Description In 2023, the Lawyering Project launched the General Counsel Program. Housed in our Access & Innovation Program, the General Counsel Program provides general counsel services to: - Reproductive healthcare providers - Abortion funds, practical support organizations, and other grassroots organizations working to support abortion access In the current legal landscape, where many states have banned or severely restricted abortion access, these groups play a huge role in helping people obtain abortion care across state lines. They need legal support to help them meet the evolving needs of abortion patients, but many lack the resources to hire in-house or outside counsel. Our General Counsel Program offers reproductive healthcare providers and these organizations the kind of legal advice that an in-house counsel would typically provide. This includes guidance on: - Corporate governance - Nonprofit compliance - Employment law - Contracts - Grants - Data privacy and security - Lobbying We are seeking an attorney with comprehensive experience working with or for tax-exempt organizations to provide legal advice and technical assistance to the program’s clients. The Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program (title dependent on relevant experience) is an exempt position. Exempt employees are expected to work the time needed to complete key assignments and related tasks on schedule. Qualifications - 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 - 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 Requirements - For the Senior Counsel role, at least two (2) years of experience supervising attorneys Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Knowledge of federal and state laws governing tax-exempt organizations, corporations, multi-state employment, and data privacy and security - Skill in legal research and drafting contracts, policies, and other legal documents for clients 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 - 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 - Cultivate an organizational culture that aligns with the Lawyering Project’s core values Organizational Relationships The Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program reports to the Director, General Counsel Program and works closely with other staff members, clients, pro bono counsel, and allied organizations. 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 - 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 Remote Work Environment This is a full-time position that sometimes requires work during evenings and weekends. This position may be based anywhere within the United States. The Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program has the option to work from home or from office space provided by the Lawyering Project. EEO Note The Lawyering Project is an “at-will” and equal opportunity employer. At the Lawyering Project, we believe that a team with varied perspectives and experiences will best enable our organization to thrive and achieve its mission. We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive work environment that values individual differences. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to apply. We will not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by any federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to pregnant people and individuals with disabilities, including in the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please send an email with the subject line “Reasonable Accommodation Request” to jobs@lawyeringproject.org.

Role Description In 2023, the Lawyering Project launched the General Counsel Program. Housed in our Access & Innovation Program, the General Counsel Program provides general counsel services to: - Reproductive healthcare providers - Abortion funds, practical support organizations, and other grassroots organizations working to support abortion access In the current legal landscape, where many states have banned or severely restricted abortion access, these groups play a huge role in helping people obtain abortion care across state lines. They need legal support to help them meet the evolving needs of abortion patients, but many lack the resources to hire in-house or outside counsel. Our General Counsel Program offers reproductive healthcare providers and these organizations the kind of legal advice that an in-house counsel would typically provide. This includes guidance on: - Corporate governance - Nonprofit compliance - Employment law - Contracts - Grants - Data privacy and security - Lobbying We are seeking an attorney with comprehensive experience working with or for tax-exempt organizations to provide legal advice and technical assistance to the program’s clients. The Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program (title dependent on relevant experience) is an exempt position. Exempt employees are expected to work the time needed to complete key assignments and related tasks on schedule. Qualifications - 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 - The ability to perform all job duties and responsibilities identified above - Analyze complex legal issues and write about them succinctly - Meet deadlines and work well under pressure - Demonstrate attention to detail - Communicate effectively to diverse audiences - Exercise sound judgment in a rapidly evolving legal environment - For the Senior Counsel role, at least two (2) years of experience supervising attorneys is preferred Requirements - Knowledge of federal and state laws governing tax-exempt organizations, corporations, multi-state employment, and data privacy and security - Skill in legal research and drafting contracts, policies, and other legal documents for clients Benefits - 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 Application Requirements - 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 Organizational Relationships The Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program reports to the Director, General Counsel Program and works closely with other staff members, clients, pro bono counsel, and allied organizations. Physical Demands Must be able to travel domestically on an airplane 3-5 times per year. Remote Work Environment This is a full-time position that sometimes requires work during evenings and weekends. This position may be based anywhere within the United States. The Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program has the option to work from home or from office space provided by the Lawyering Project. EEO Note The Lawyering Project is an “at-will” and equal opportunity employer. At the Lawyering Project, we believe that a team with varied perspectives and experiences will best enable our organization to thrive and achieve its mission. We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive work environment that values individual differences. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to apply. We will not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by any federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to pregnant people and individuals with disabilities, including in the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please send an email with the subject line “Reasonable Accommodation Request” to jobs@lawyeringproject.org.