Associate Attorney needed for San Francisco office

A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking an Associate Attorney with a demonstrated interest in the nonprofit sector. The ideal candidate will have over two years of tax and/or transactional experience. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on providing legal services to nonprofit organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel and support on tax-related matters to nonprofit clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex tax issues affecting nonprofit organizations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop and implement legal strategies tailored to clients' needs.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and other legal proceedings.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal developments in the nonprofit sector.
• Prepare and deliver presentations on legal topics related to nonprofit organizations.
• Manage a caseload of tax and transactional matters from inception to resolution.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and service.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in tax law, transactional law, or similar professional experience.
• Proven interest and experience in the nonprofit sector.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex legal concepts.
• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Client-focused approach with a commitment to providing exceptional legal services.

Benefits:

• Competitive vacation accrual, designated holidays, paid floating holiday, and sick leave.
• Choice of six health plans (three Kaiser and three Blue Shield), along with dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan: Firm contributes 5% of total gross compensation, regardless of employee contribution, up to the allowable maximum.
• Potential for additional profit-sharing based on year-end calculations.

This elite California firm boasts of a tightly knit team of legal professionals who create a supportive, professional environment that welcomes skilled individuals who would like to make it their job to serve the legal needs of the nonprofit sector. Attorneys at this firm are encouraged to share their knowledge not only with their peers and clients but also with the larger community. They regularly publish articles in reputed journals and present papers and lectures at statewide and national conferences of lawyers and accountants.