Legal Counsel, Christian Ministries

Alliance Defending Freedom•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you. Alliance Defending Freedom is looking for a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join the Center for Christian Ministries team in our Lansdowne, VA or Scottsdale, AZ office. You will be responsible for evaluating and leading litigation matters that advance and defend the constitutionally protected rights of churches, Christian ministries, and religious schools under the First Amendment. In this role, you will report to the Senior Counsel, Director of the Center for Christian Ministries. As Legal Counsel, your primary responsibility will be to support the mission by helping lead strategic litigation efforts with minimal oversight from senior attorneys, ensuring the continued protection of religious liberty.

Requirements

J.D., active license in at least one US state bar, and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction within one year
2+ years of complex litigation experience

Nice To Haves

Trial experience

Responsibilities

Conduct research and interview clients and witnesses
Prepare and respond to written discovery; conduct and defend depositions
Develop strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of cases.
Represent clients in court, and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government; interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses
Confer with colleagues to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings
Advise allied attorneys on legal issues within areas of competence