American Farmland Trust · Washington, USA · Just now · 0 applicants
NewRemoteFull-timeMiddle
Pay
$110k–$120kListed
Workplace
Remote
Job type
Full-time
Level
Middle
Team: Legal Department · Source: builtin · Posted by joined-scrapper
About the role
American Farmland Trust seeks an Assistant General Counsel to provide broad legal support across a three-person legal team, advising on contracts, land projects, intellectual property, employment, and compliance. This fully remote role involves managing routine to complex legal matters in support of the nonprofit's mission.
What you’ll do
Draft, review, and negotiate programmatic legal documents and contracts
Advise on advocacy/lobbying compliance and nondisclosure agreements
Manage intellectual property including trademarks, copyright, and licensing
Advise on employment law matters and workplace investigations
Support land projects including conservation easements and real property transactions
Manage litigation and coordinate with outside counsel
What you’ll need
Juris Doctor and admission to state bar
3+ years legal or commensurate legal and contracting experience
Experience advising nonprofits on business and compliance matters
Familiarity with OMB Uniform Guidance
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently across multiple jurisdictions
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverageCompany-paid life insurance and long-term disability401k plan and flexible spending accounts13 sick days per year15 vacation days during first yearTwelve fixed holidays plus Christmas week off and floating holidays
Original job description
Job PurposeUnder the direction of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel is responsible for handling a variety of routine to moderately complex legal projects. Position SummaryThe Assistant General Counsel is a member of a three-person Legal Department consisting of General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and Assistant General Counsel. The…