Job Description

Mid-Level Nonprofit & Tax-Exempt Organizations Associate Attorney - Multiple Locations
Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Nonprofit & Tax-Exempt Organizations Associate to join a nationally recognized law firm . This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base of charities, foundations, advocacy groups, and trade associations while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams in healthcare, public policy, and education. Candidates may be based in Dallas, Boston, Philadelphia, or Jacksonville .

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations on legal and tax matters, including formation, tax-exempt status recognition, compliance, governance, and fundraising.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on federal, state, and local laws affecting nonprofits.
• Support clients with endowments, restricted gifts, and related UPMIFA issues.
• Assist with corporate transactions involving nonprofits, such as mergers, joint ventures, MRIs, and PRIs, providing relevant tax guidance.
• Draft and review contracts, policies, corporate filings, and grant agreements.
• Engage with clients on charitable gift planning and estate planning matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory developments in the nonprofit sector.
• Participate in client management, business development, writing, and speaking opportunities.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of legal experience with a strong background in tax law and a focus on exempt organizations.
• Strong writing skills, attention to detail, and excellent organizational abilities.
• Licensed (or eligible to become licensed) in TX, MA, PA, or FL.
• LL.M. in Tax and direct exempt organizations experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with nonprofit corporate governance, supporting organizations, social welfare organizations, donor advised funds, and/or community foundations a plus.
• Experience with healthcare-related transactions also valued.

Compensation:

• Base salary range: $250,000 - $375,000 , commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Location:
This position may be based in Dallas, TX; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA; or Jacksonville, FL. Candidates must reside in one of these areas by the time of hire.

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