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Legal Counsel, Church & Ministry Alliance Legal Program

Alliance Defending Freedom is a nonprofit legal organization committed to defending religious freedom, free speech, and family values. They seek a Legal Counsel for their Church & Ministry Alliance Legal Program to provide operational and legal guidance to faith-based ministries and churches.

Skills

  • Active J.D. license and ability to meet admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction.
  • 3+ years of legal experience.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, WordPerfect, and Westlaw software.
  • Strong analytical, relational, project management, and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day operational legal assistance to faith-based ministries in support of their religious missions.
  • Formulate and assist in adoption and application of legal advice, policies, best practices, and resources for ministry operations.
  • Advise on religious liberty threats and recommend protective measures for ministries.
  • Educate ministries through speaking engagements, publications, webinars, and conference calls.
  • Establish and cultivate relationships with churches and ministry partners.
  • Develop and maintain a knowledge base related to churches, ministries, and Christian schools; prepare legal resources.
  • Conduct legal research, interpret laws and rulings, and provide tailored legal advice.
  • Draft and review legal resources; collaborate with colleagues for legal analysis verification.
  • Recruit and inform potential Church & Ministry Alliance members through events and presentations.
  • Collaborate and advise Allied Attorneys to advance legal advocacy efforts.
  • Engage with media on cases and issues as requested by ADF.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.

Benefits

  • 100% covered medical and dental insurance.
  • Medical and dependent care reimbursement.
  • Paid disability, long-term care, and life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match.
  • Paid time off and 12 paid holidays annually.
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ADF is the world's largest legal organization committed to protecting religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, parental rights, and God's design for marriage and family.

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