Job Responsibilities
Representation of nonprofit clients relating to formation,
obtaining tax-exempt status and ongoing corporate governance.
Work involves client contact on a daily basis as well as work
with federal and state state and regulatory agencies especially
the IRS.
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Job Requirements
JD required.
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Uppers
Best part is helping organization get up and running including making sure that
they follow requirements to maintain their federal tax-exempt status. Also,
seeing the good work that these organizations do in the community.
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Downers
Biggest downer is dealing with the IRS and all the read tape
that involves.
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Lifestyle
Work hours are 50-60 per week. Travel is a constant. Firm social events are
numerous.
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Compensation
Starting salary is $75,000 (currently under review by
management), but may be raised in the next year. Bonuses are
available, but are based almost entirely on billable hours.
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Advice to Jobseekers
Think long and hard about whether you really want to be a lawyer
at a large firm.
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