Associate Attorney, Transactional Matters

A law firm in Saint Louis Park, MN, seeks a skilled Transactional Matters Associate Attorney to provide comprehensive legal support to non-profit clients. This role involves advising on a wide range of legal matters, from incorporation through dissolution and requires strong leadership to manage a team of support professionals.

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive legal support to new and existing non-profit clients, managing legal matters from incorporation through dissolution.
• Advise and assist non-profit organizations on governance issues, tax-exempt status, and other non-profit business and tax-related matters.
• Act as a key resource for non-profit organizations, their boards of directors, and key staff, providing expert guidance and support.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents, including contracts, policies, and procedures, tailored to each non-profit organization's specific needs.
• Conduct thorough legal research to provide detailed legal opinions and advice on non-profit business and tax law matters.
• Lead and manage a team of support professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Minnesota State Bar.
• 3+ years of experience in non-profit business and tax law; 5-7 years of overall attorney experience preferred.
• Mastery of state and federal non-profit business and tax laws and regulations.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proven leadership abilities with experience in team management.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of non-profit law.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and document drafting.

Benefits:

• Offers a healthy work-life balance with approximately 20-40 hours per week.