Attorney

Wayfinders • Springfield, MA • 20h ago

Attorney Hybrid - Springfield, MA Salary Range - \$110,000.00 -
\$125,000.00 Salary/year Position Type - Full-time Way Finders is a Top
Workplaces for Nonprofit organization, named as an employer of choice
because our employees said so! Interested in joining our team of
dedicated professionals? Way Finders is currently seeking an Attorney.
The Attorney assists the Legal department with legal issues, including
work on contracts; litigation before the courts and administrative
bodies; policies, compliance, and statutory and regulatory issues. Wage
starts between \$110,000 and \$125,000 per year depending on equivalent
qualifications. Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover
letter; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The
candidate may work in a hybrid-remote manner but must live within
commutable distance to our main office in Springfield. In addition,
regular travel to MA courthouses throughout the state is required.
Responsibilities include: Assist with legal issues, including work on
contracts; litigation before the courts and administrative bodies;
policies, compliance, risk management, and statutory and regulatory
issues Provide advice and risk analysis concerning the applicability of
and compliance with all federal/state statutes, regulations, and
contracts that may impact agency programs, policies, operations, or
spending activities including but not limited to, the Massachusetts
Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, and the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development Assist in developing and
maintaining compliance functions Handle litigation matters before courts
and administrative bodies Assist with informal hearings for appeals of
termination of housing program benefits Assist in maintaining new and
current legal requirements; preparing and assisting with training
seminars for organizational staff; and with conducting research
Proactively identify and suggest improvements for legal policies and
risk management Assist with document reviews and discovery Monitor and
perform legal research relative to federal, state, and local statutes,
ordinances, and regulations Conduct a broad range of legal research and
analysis on matters related to the organization?s functions Summarize
research and legal findings into meaningful, pragmatic guidance
Proactively identify and suggest process improvements on an ongoing
basis Work cross-functionally to operationalize risk management policies
and procedures Skills and experience preferences include: 7 years\'
legal experience, 5 years relevant to the role\'s duties, preferably in
a nonprofit setting; those with less experience are encouraged to apply
Admitted to Massachusetts Bar Preference for experience in litigation,
contracts, and/or real estate, including in fair housing or social
justice Excellent legal research (including beyond Westlaw and Lexis),
writing, and oral argument skills Strong strategic thinking and creative
problem-solving skills Advanced computer/software skills, and comfort
learning new technologies Ability to manage/meet short deadlines and
shift priorities as necessary and appropriate in a fast-paced
environment Ability to be team-oriented, including having a willingness
to collaborate on the Legal department\'s projects and share joint
ownership of the outcomes Strong communication skills, including in
building relationships across differences Demonstrated good judgment in
decision-making and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to travel throughout Massachusetts to litigate cases

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