Nonprofit Attorney - Midlevel

LHH; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental coverage

Health FSA options

401(k) with firm contributions

Annual profit-sharing contribution

Collegial, inclusive environment

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Boston is seeking a National Legal Strategy & Recruitment Leader. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and be responsible for advising tax-exempt organizations and supporting corporate transactions. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $110,000–$165,000, a hybrid work schedule, and comprehensive health benefits. Join a collegial and inclusive environment focused on mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant nonprofit, corporate, or transactional experience.
• Experience with laws affecting governmental entities is a plus.
• Ability to manage matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Advise tax-exempt organizations on governance, compliance, and operational matters.
• Form nonprofit entities and support tax-exempt filings.
• Assist with mergers, affiliations, restructurings, and strategic transactions.
• Draft and negotiate corporate and transactional documents.
• Research and analyze nonprofit, tax, and regulatory issues.
• Prepare practical, client-focused memoranda and guidance.

Skills

Excellent writing

Analytical skills

Issue-spotting skills

Strong work ethic

Independent management of matters

Education

MA bar admission

Job description

National Legal Strategy & Recruitment Leader

LHH is partnering with a well‑established, mission‑driven Boston law firm that is expanding its nonprofit practice and seeking an experienced attorney to join the team.

This role works closely with the firm’s real estate transaction group and offers direct collaboration with senior leadership on sophisticated, values‑aligned matters. The firm is eager to bring on someone who can step into the practice, take ownership of matters, and grow alongside a collaborative team.

The practice advises a broad range of nonprofit and public‑interest clients, including health and human services organizations, educational institutions, community development entities, religious organizations, and other nonprofit and governmental bodies. The work is substantive, relationship‑driven, and deeply rooted in mission. The successful candidate will:

• Advise tax‑exempt organizations on governance, compliance, and operational matters
• Form nonprofit entities and support federal and state tax‑exempt filings
• Assist with mergers, affiliations, restructurings, and strategic transactions
• Draft and negotiate corporate and transactional documents
• Research and analyze nonprofit, tax, and regulatory issues
• Prepare practical, client‑focused memoranda and guidance

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant nonprofit, corporate, or transactional experience (flexibility for the right background)
• Experience with laws affecting governmental or quasi‑governmental entities (such as Open Meeting Law or Conflict of Interest Law) is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and issue‑spotting skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to manage matters independently
• MA bar admission or eligibility to waive in

Compensation & Culture

• Salary range: $110,000–$165,000, based on experience and productivity
• Billable hours: 1,645 annually
• Hybrid work schedule: Typically Monday - Wednesday in office
• Comprehensive health insurance with strong employer contribution
• Dental coverage with firm cost‑sharing
• Health FSA options, including healthcare and dependent care
• Firm‑paid health reimbursement covering the annual deductible
• $100K Life insurance fully covered by the firm
• 401(k) with eligibility after one year and full vesting over time
• Annual profit‑sharing contribution to 401(k) (historically ~7%, not guaranteed)
• Collegial, inclusive environment with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional growth

Interested? Apply now.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services