Description:
Position Summary:We are seeking an attorney with a passion for serving the poor to assist with an array of legal matters. The Associate Counsel will draft and review contracts with funders, partners, consultants, and service providers for the agency. Further, the Associate Counsel will assist in contract administration, board matters, insurance requirements, and compliance.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Advising leadership and individual departments on legal matters and risk
- Reviewing and drafting legal agreements
- Coordinating with insurance partners and internally to ensure coverage for agreements
- Tracking contract renewals and deadlines
- Drafting board minutes and resolutions, corresponding with entity boards, and ensuring compliance with governance requirements
Competencies:
- Demonstrated excellence in legal research and writing
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Ability to assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interest of the agency.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing
- Three years' experience in contract review, drafting, and compliance matters.
