Attorney (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Attorney (Full-Time or Part-Time)
AppleTree Legal
Location: Primarily Remote (Boston-Based Firm)
Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time Considered
Reports To: Firm Leadership

About AppleTree Legal

AppleTree Legal is a small, rapidly-growing law firm dedicated to serving the nonprofit sector. We provide practical, mission-focused legal counsel to nonprofit organizations, boards of directors, executives, and other nonprofit stakeholders. Our work spans a wide range of legal issues facing mission-driven organizations, helping clients build strong foundations, navigate challenges, and advance their impact.

At AppleTree, we believe that organizations doing important work deserve legal counsel that understands their missions, constraints, and opportunities. We are committed to helping our clients thrive.

Our attorneys enjoy direct client relationships, meaningful work, flexibility, collaboration, and the opportunity to have a genuine voice in the firm's future. We are building a practice grounded in excellence, integrity, and a deep commitment to the organizations and communities we serve.

If you are excited about serving mission-driven organizations, we would love to hear from you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Should you need an accommodation in the application process, please let us know.

Who We’re Looking For

AppleTree Legal seeks an experienced attorney on a full-time or part-time basis. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience advising nonprofit organizations, including in tax-exempt organizations law, nonprofit corporate governance, employment law, and/or related areas, and will be able to independently manage client matters, deliver high-quality legal counsel, and build trusted relationships with nonprofit leaders.

As a small, entrepreneurial firm, AppleTree Legal is looking for a flexible, self-directed attorney who collaborates well with a supportive team, helps develop systems and processes, and is willing to contribute beyond a traditional law firm role.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

Advising nonprofit boards, executives, and other stakeholders on a wide range of legal issues including tax-exempt law, nonprofit governance, compliance, risk management, and operational matters

Providing employment counsel

Drafting and reviewing contracts, policies, governance documents, and other legal materials

Supporting clients through organizational transitions, investigations, disputes, and other complex matters

Participating in business development and relationship-building activities

Contributing to thought leadership, trainings, presentations, and educational resources

Assisting with internal firm initiatives, systems, and administrative needs

Qualifications

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school

At least 7 years of relevant legal experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

Tax-exempt organizations law

Nonprofit corporate governance

Employment law

Charitable giving and philanthropy

Regulatory compliance

Risk management and investigations

Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills

Ability to manage matters independently

Exceptional attention to detail and sound professional judgment

Commitment to mission-driven work and the nonprofit sector

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with clients, boards, executives, and colleagues

Ability to thrive in a remote work environment with a high degree of autonomy

Preferred

Experience serving as in-house or outside counsel to a nonprofit organization

Massachusetts bar admission, or willingness to become licensed in Massachusetts

Strong professional network and reputation within the nonprofit sector

Experience speaking, training, writing, or otherwise serving as a thought leader within the nonprofit community

Compensation and Benefits

Full-Time Salary Range

Compensation will be based on experience, expertise, practice area, business development capabilities, and whether the candidate brings an existing client base.

Part-Time Compensation

Part-time compensation will be prorated based on schedule and experience.

Benefits Include

Retirement plan with employer matching contributions of up to 3%

Paid time off

Coverage of one professional membership annually

Coverage of bar registration and renewal fees

Professional development and continuing education opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Primarily remote work environment with occasional in-person meetings in the Boston area

(To Apply: see next page)
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send:
1: Current resume
2: A thoughtful cover letter explaining:
Why nonprofit law
Why AppleTree Legal
Preferred schedule (full- or part-time)
To: [email protected] with their full name and the position sought in the subject line: "Charlotte E. Ray, Candidate for Part-Time Attorney."