Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join their Corporate group and Nonprofit Organizations team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in private practice, specifically advising nonprofit organizations on tax, corporate, and charitable trust issues unique to tax-exempt entities. Experience in political law, corporate law, or tax law, including corporate and partnership tax, employee benefits, or trusts and estates, is highly desirable.

Duties

• Provide expert legal advice to nonprofit organizations on a range of issues including tax compliance, corporate governance, and charitable trusts.
• Assist in the formation, structuring, and dissolution of nonprofit entities, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Handle complex legal matters related to corporate and partnership tax, employee benefits, and trusts and estates.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents, including contracts, bylaws, and agreements.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare comprehensive memoranda on relevant legal issues.
• Represent clients in dealings with regulatory agencies and manage any disputes related to nonprofit governance and compliance.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure clients' legal and regulatory compliance.
• Stay current with changes in laws and regulations affecting nonprofit organizations and provide timely updates and guidance to clients.
• Participate in business development efforts to attract new clients and enhance the firm’s reputation in the nonprofit sector.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of legal experience in private practice, with a focus on advising nonprofit organizations.
• Demonstrated expertise in tax, corporate, and charitable trust issues specific to tax-exempt and nonprofit organizations.
• Experience or strong interest in political law, corporate law, or tax law, including corporate and partnership tax, employee benefits, or trusts and estates.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Bar License in good standing in Minnesota (or willingness to obtain if relocating).

Skills

• Deep knowledge of nonprofit law, including tax-exempt organizations, corporate governance, and charitable trusts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex legal documents.
• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to clients.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
• Collaborative team player with a strong client service orientation.

Benefits

• Productivity and discretionary bonuses
• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan

This full service international law firm has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and China. They have over 750 legal and consulting professionals that solve complex and business challenges.