Mid-Level Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organizations Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate with 3-5 years of relevant experience to join its Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organizations Team in Philadelphia. The successful candidate will engage with a diverse client base, advising on legal and tax matters, and supporting corporate transactions.

Duties

• Advise nonprofit organizations on legal and tax matters, including formation and tax compliance.
• Conduct legal research and analysis of laws impacting nonprofit organizations.
• Support clients with endowments and restricted gifts, including policy establishment and investment management.
• Provide support for corporate transactions, including mergers and joint ventures.
• Draft and review legal documents such as contracts and grant agreements.
• Manage client relationships and communicate effectively under senior attorney supervision.
• Engage in charitable gift planning and estate planning discussions with clients.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant legal changes and precedents.

Requirements

• Strong writing skills and attention to detail.
• Substantial tax experience with a focus on exempt organizations.
• Strong academic background and organizational skills.
• Preference for candidates with an LL.M. in Tax and experience with nonprofit corporate governance.
• Experience with supporting organizations, social welfare organizations, and donor advised funds preferred.
• Healthcare transaction experience is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Licensed or eligible to become licensed to practice law in the state of practice.

Skills

• Strong client management and communication skills.
• Ability to engage in public speaking and business development.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Engagement with a dynamic and diverse client base.

This global law firm provides comprehensive legal services in over 200 areas of law. Its major practice areas include corporate transactions, finance, and tax, litigation and dispute resolution, private wealth services, energy and environment, labor and employment benefits, regulatory and government affairs, and intellectual property. The firm has a team of over 1400 attorneys. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, the firm has 27 offices across the United States and abroad.