Attorney

Way Finders•Springfield, MA

4d•$120,000 - $142,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Way Finders is seeking an Attorney to assist its Legal department with contracts, litigation before courts and administrative bodies, policies, compliance, risk management, and statutory and regulatory issues. The role provides advice and risk analysis concerning federal and state laws, regulations, and contracts that may affect agency programs, policies, operations, or spending, including requirements of the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Attorney also helps develop and maintain compliance functions and legal requirements, supports staff training, conducts research, reviews documents and discovery, and provides practical guidance based on legal findings. The role collaborates across the organization to put risk-management policies and procedures into practice and identify process improvements. The position is based in Springfield, Massachusetts. Hybrid-remote work may be possible, but the employee must live within commuting distance of the main office. Regular travel to courthouses throughout Massachusetts is required. The salary range is $120,000–$142,500 per year, depending on equivalent qualifications. Applications require a resume and cover letter and will be accepted until the position is filled. Way Finders is a nonprofit organization focused on building and advocating for a thriving region, improving the stability and economic mobility of families and individuals, and developing and managing safe, affordable housing options.

Requirements

Admitted to the Massachusetts Bar.
Excellent legal research skills, including research beyond Westlaw and Lexis, as well as strong writing and oral argument skills.
Strong strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
Advanced computer and software skills, with comfort learning new technologies.
Ability to manage and meet short deadlines and shift priorities as needed in a fast-paced environment.
Team-oriented approach, including willingness to collaborate on Legal department projects and share ownership of outcomes.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to build relationships across differences.
Good judgment in decision-making and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to travel throughout Massachusetts to litigate cases.

Nice To Haves

Seven years of legal experience, including five years relevant to the role’s duties; candidates with less experience are encouraged to apply.
Legal experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
Experience in litigation, contracts, and/or real estate, including fair housing or social justice.

Responsibilities

Assist with legal issues involving contracts, litigation, policies, compliance, risk management, and statutory and regulatory matters.
Provide advice and risk analysis on the applicability of and compliance with federal and state statutes, regulations, and contracts that may affect agency programs, policies, operations, or spending.
Assist in developing and maintaining compliance functions.
Handle litigation matters before courts and administrative bodies.
Assist with informal hearings for appeals of housing-program benefit terminations.
Help maintain awareness of new and existing legal requirements, prepare and assist with staff training seminars, and conduct research.
Identify and recommend improvements to legal policies and risk management.
Assist with document reviews and discovery.
Monitor and conduct legal research concerning federal, state, and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations.
Conduct legal research and analysis on matters related to the organization’s functions and summarize findings as practical guidance.
Identify and recommend ongoing process improvements.
Work across functions to operationalize risk-management policies and procedures.
Travel throughout Massachusetts to litigate cases.