Staff Attorney

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory HQ • West Nyack, NY • 7h ago

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. We are the largest non-governmental provider of social services in America and every year, we help over 30 million Americans overcome poverty, homelessness, addiction, economic hardships, loneliness, and exploitation through a wide range of programs and services. The Eastern Territorial Headquarters has an opening for a Staff Attorney. This role will support all aspects of the Legal Department, providing expert legal guidance and support to ensure that the operations of the Eastern Territory align with applicable laws and regulations and the mission of The Salvation Army. The Staff Attorney will be integral in supporting the daily approval of and management over Territorial trusts and estates transactions. Based in West Nyack, NY, this position requires approximately 35 hours of work per week and is onsite. Responsibilities: Primary responsibility for overseeing the processing of all estate transactions, including testamentary gifts, trusts, endowments or special gifts of which the Eastern Territory is named beneficiary, and which require corporate action with the advice and consent of the General Counsel and/or Associate General Counsel. Primary responsibility of all trusts and estates case file management and database management. Primary responsibility to coordinate with Command and Territorial Finance Departments to ensure the proper review and processing of all estates gifts and withdrawals, including compliance with donor intent, through the proper databases and all appropriate review and approvals are secured before being sent to the Board of Trustees for final review and approval. Prepare the annual Consolidation Report for Third-Party Trusts, as required by the Territorial annual audit. Assist in drafting, reviewing and processing agreements, leases, releases, deeds, notes payable and receivable, trust agreements, contracts for purchase or sale of property, resolutions and other documents, to verify their correctness and suitability prior to presenting them to the Board of Trustees for execution unless the Board of Trustees, by appropriate resolution, authorizes another designated person(s) to do so. Review documents, policy inquiries and legal issues presented by THQ departments and the Commands, as assigned by the General Counsel or Associate General Counsel and provide relevant written or oral advice. Assist in researching, reviewing and drafting minutes, policies and procedures, as appropriate. Monitor legislative developments and regulations affecting Eastern Territory operations and update General Counsel and Associate General Counsel, as appropriate. Provide general assistance on all aspects of corporate and nonprofit governance within the Eastern Territory. Any other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Doctoral degree (J.D. required) 3-5 years of related experience Must be licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction including the State of New York. Experience with trusts and estates preferred. What We Offer Generous Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits TSA paid Life Insurance for Employees Additional life insurance options for employees On-site cafeteria Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick, Personal days 403(b) retirement savings plan Non-contributory Pension Plan Professional Development Free, on-site Fitness Center Federal holidays * Opportunities to give back and support our communities All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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