Non-Profit Organizations Corporate Attorney

Affinity Consulting Group LLC•New York, NY

2d•$150,000 - $200,000•Remote

About The Position

The firm is an established NYC-based boutique law firm focused exclusively on advising nonprofit organizations and mission-driven entities. Founded in 2011, the firm has operated continuously and profitably since inception. The firm represents a broad range of nonprofit and mission-driven clients working in areas such as economic development, fiscal sponsorship, conservation, youth services, the arts, government improvement, education, and technology. Many of our clients are deeply rooted in supporting and advancing New York City, and the firm's impact is visible throughout the City. The Firm provides our clients with hands-on long-term corporate counsel representation that is more akin to an in-house general counsel than the typical narrow scope law firm representation. We work with all levels and facets of their organizations, and provide a blend of legal, strategic and pragmatic guidance. Our clients think of us as their legal experts, thought partners and team members. We are seeking an experienced transactional attorney to join the Firm's growing practice. This is a client-facing corporate role within a focused tax-exempt organizations practice. Matters are sophisticated, high-volume, and operationally real, involving governance, contracts, and organizational decision-making for nonprofits. The attorney in this position will work across the full breadth of the firm's corporate and nonprofit matters. The position involves a broad range of corporate and nonprofit legal work, including: Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts, from routine operational agreements to complex and specialized transactions, including the development of user-friendly templates Advising on nonprofit governance, board matters, and organizational policies Handling all aspects of corporate formation and restructuring Conducting legal research on New York Non-Profit Corporation Law, employment law, and legislative developments affecting nonprofit organizations.

Requirements

J.D. with strong academic credentials and admission to practice in New York
5+ years of direct nonprofit corporate transactional experience, ideally within a tax-exempt organization or advising tax-exempt organization clients regularly at a law firm
Experience handling nonprofit governance, contracts, and corporate matters as a core part of their practice (i.e., not just occasional nonprofit or pro bono matters)
Ability to step into client matters with minimal ramp-up and limited training
A genuine commitment to mission-driven work and building a long-term role with the Firm.
Candidates should be seeking a long-term, committed role within a boutique firm environment
Exercise good judgment-and know when to ask questions
Write clearly and thoughtfully, translating complex legal issues into practical guidance
See the big picture without missing the details
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities without losing momentum
Work well independently, but value collaboration and teamwork
Adept at managing time, meeting deadlines and taking direction
Comfortable in a small firm where entrepreneurial motivation replaces bureaucracy
Highly self-directed, with the ability to manage client matters independently with minimal supervision
Strong comfort with technology and ability to operate efficiently in a remote practice

Nice To Haves

Candidates are not expected to bring their own book or business.
The hired candidate will be encouraged to learn and engage in the Firm's business development strategies.

Responsibilities

Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts, from routine operational agreements to complex and specialized transactions, including the development of user-friendly templates
Advising on nonprofit governance, board matters, and organizational policies
Handling all aspects of corporate formation and restructuring
Conducting legal research on New York Non-Profit Corporation Law, employment law, and legislative developments affecting nonprofit organizations