Corporate Associate (Non-Profit Focus)

Direct Counsel has partnered with an AmLaw 200 firm seeking a Corporate Associate with 4 years of experience to join its Corporate/Non-Profit Business Unit in Detroit, MI.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience advising tax-exempt entities and nonprofit organizations and will support clients throughout the full life cycle of a nonprofit.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on board governance matters

• Conduct legal entity formation analysis & filings

• Draft templates and prepare IRS exemption applications

• Provide guidance on unrelated business taxable income (UBTI)

• Draft and negotiate contracts

• Perform state and federal tax-specific research

• (Preferred, not required) Advise on charitable giving and planned giving

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of corporate law experience, with a focus on nonprofits/tax-exempt entities

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan

• Strong academic credentials

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic

• Client-facing experience and responsiveness to client needs

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $150,000 – $190,000 annually (based on full-time schedule, experience, and qualifications)

• Bonus: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including health insurance (with optional HSA/FSA), dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), vacation, sick time, parking/public transportation allowance, and employee assistance program