Staff Attorney

Staff Attorney

Franciscan Friars - Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe

New York, NY (Hybrid Remote)

Organizational background and Mission

We Franciscans owe our inspiration to Francesco di Bernardone, an affluent young merchant from the Italian town of Assisi, who in 1206 renounced his wealth and social status in favor of a life dedicated to God and the poor. His life and ministry inspired other men to join him and become the first Franciscan friars.

Today, Francesco is known as St. Francis of Assisi, and the Order of Friars Minor comprises more than 100 provinces located around the world. The Franciscan Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe is a unified, US coast-to-coast Catholic brotherhood devoted to living the Gospel in the manner of St. Francis of Assisi and in imitation of Jesus Christ. They serve the poor, the forgotten and the marginalized alongside people of goodwill located across the United States, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Alaska, and Jamaica.

Founded in October 2023, the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe was formed from friars coming together from six legacy provinces, which are part of the long history of the Order of Friars Minor in the United States. Combining their gifts has allowed them to renew their Franciscan witness to American society and begin an exciting new chapter of their history in the United States.

A bit about the role:

Under direction of General Council, you will support canonical and civil legal needs of Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Inc

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal teams and leaders to address legal issues and implement solutions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of vendor contracts for the organization ensuring compliance and alignment.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various issues affecting the operation of the province.
• Handle legal matters related to POLG real estate, including property acquisitions, leasing, and lease compliance.
• Support the organizations efforts, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and negotiation. Additionally, prepare and submit regulatory filings and reports as required by law.
• Assist in the management and oversight of outside legal counsel, and stay updated on relevant legal developments affecting the healthcare industry.
• Provide legal counsel on employment law matters, including but not limited to, employee relations, policies, and compliance with federal and state employment laws.

Required Qualifications and Attributes

• JD Degree coupled with 1 - 2 years' experience as a Staff Attorney at a law firm. Preference for exposure to non-profit organizations.
• Experience with relational document review databases such as Relativity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact in a caring manner with members of the religious community.
• Strong analytical skills, solid judgment and ability to identify and manage risk
• Strong project management, organizational and documentation skills
• Creative approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• Strong analytical ability and implementation skills
• Self-directed work style and ability to multi-task
• Proven ability to develop and nurture work relationships.

Celebrating difference, together stronger

Franciscan values suggest we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it as we actively live out our spirituality for the benefit of people, particularly the underserved and marginalized. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and make the world a better place.

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