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Full-timeAbout the OrganizationFounded in 1979, the National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is a leading non-profit organization (501(c)3) in the U.S. exclusively dedicated to defending and advancing the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their loved ones. NILC’s mission is grounded in the belief that everyone living in the U.S. regardless of race, gender/gender identity, immigration status, or economic status — should have equal access to justice, resources, and educational and economic opportunities that enable them to achieve their full human potential.About the RoleThe General Counsel position at NILC will report directly to the President and lead the organization in identifying, analyzing, and addressing the organization’s internal legal risks and needs. The General Counsel serves as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and will identify and analyze legal issues impacting NILC as an organization and NILC’s sister 501(c)4 organization, the NILC Immigrant Justice Fund.Specific Position ResponsibilitiesManage the corporate legal affairs for the organization. Provide legal counsel to the organization, President, Executive Vice Presidents, Board of Directors, and senior team in making strategic decisions for the organization.Directly provide in-house legal services and manage the provision of such services, when necessary, by outside counsel.Advise the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams and Boards of Directors to ensure that NILC follows best governance practices.Provide strategic direction on the protection of intellectual property.Maintain organization’s Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws.Direct responses and make recommendations on all matters that could result in legal action involving the organization.Represent the organization as a member of the Senior Leadership Team to external and internal audiences.Serve as the internal legal counsel on organizational matters and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.Coordinate overall compliance functions of the organization as part of risk management and mitigation.Oversee the contract function, setting standards for NILC’s legal documents and agreements.Provide counsel to the development team on legacy gifts and donor bequests.Maintain an awareness of, analyze, interpret, and make recommendations regarding existing and proposed laws and regulations affecting NILC and NILC IJF operations.Prepare and file registrations, disclosures, and reports to state agencies as required under state laws.Qualifications RequiredEducation:

Juris Doctorate and member in good standing of a State Bar.Experience:Service as General Counsel or Associate General Counsel of a non-profit organization is strongly preferred.Minimum of 12 years of practical legal experience working in a cross-cultural setting, preferably in the not-for-profit sector.5-10 years of supervisory experience in the legal field.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and facilitate discussion.Location and Travel:For this role, up to 30 percent of overnight interstate travel may be required; generally, travel is quarterly to the NILC Washington, D.C. office or another location within the US.Compensation:The salary range for this role is $154,900 - $193,600. NILC provides an incredible benefit package including employer-paid healthcare coverage, retirement plan, paid parental leave, and generous paid-time-off policy.Physical Demands:Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.Communicating with others to exchange information.Repeating motions, like typing or answering a phone.

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