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Justice Resource Institute · 18 hours ago

Junior General Counsel

Fall River, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

1+ years exp

Justice Resource Institute (JRI) is a leader in social justice with over 100 programs meeting the needs of underserved individuals and families. They are seeking a Junior General Counsel to support the General Counsel, CEO, and COO in providing legal guidance across all areas of JRI’s operations.

ChildrenHealth CareNon ProfitProfessional ServicesSocial

Hiring Manager

Kaitlyn Costa

Responsibilities

Assist in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts, leases, and service agreements

Support compliance efforts with federal, state, and local regulations

Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on various legal issues

Participate in internal investigations and support risk mitigation strategies

Monitor legal developments and assist in policy updates

Collaborate with HR and program leadership on employment and client-related legal matters

Help manage and create legal documentation and filings, including corporate records and intellectual property

Track and report on legal claims and litigation matters

Liaise with external counsel and insurance representatives as directed

Attend internal meetings and contribute to legal strategy discussions

Provide legal support for subpoenas, record requests, and confidentiality matters

Assist in training staff on legal compliance and ethics topics

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Juris Doctorate (JD)Bar admission in MassachusettsLegal research skillsLegal writing skillsEmployment law experienceLegal software proficiencyHigh ethical standardsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsCollaborative mindset

Required

Must be at least 21 years old

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited college or university and Bar admission in Massachusetts required

1-5 years of legal experience, preferably in nonprofit, labor, education, or corporate law

Ability to draft legal documents including civil litigation pleadings

Strong legal research and writing skills

Ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations across multiple domains

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

Proficiency in legal software and document management systems

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

High ethical standards and discretion in handling confidential matters

Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from senior legal leadership

A valid Massachusetts driver's license and acceptable driving record

Background and driving record checks will be performed

Preferred

Prior litigation and court room experience

Employment law experience including but not limited to MCAD proceedings, HIPPA issues, FMLA policy

Benefits

$2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!

Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!

Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.

Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.

Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!

Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!