Application Guide

How to Apply for Attorney (full-time) at Law Firm Exclusively Serving Nonprofit/Tax-Exempt Organizations

at Cheshire Law Group

🏢 About Cheshire Law Group

Cheshire Law Group is a for-profit law firm with a unique mission: exclusively serving nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations. Recognized as the 2024 Small Law Firm of the Year by the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the firm combines high-quality legal services with affordability, making it a standout for attorneys passionate about the nonprofit sector.

About This Role

This full-time, remote attorney role involves serving as general counsel to nonprofit clients, handling a wide range of transactional and compliance matters. You'll draft and review contracts, grant agreements, and corporate forms, while advising on tax, lobbying, and governance issues. Your work directly supports organizations making a social impact, making this role both legally challenging and personally fulfilling.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing and revising a grant agreement for a community health nonprofit, then researching state charitable solicitation laws for another client. You'll have direct calls with clients to discuss compliance deadlines and draft board resolutions, all while managing multiple projects remotely and coordinating with the firm's team via virtual meetings.

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🎯 Who Cheshire Law Group Is Looking For

  • A licensed attorney with 5+ years of experience in corporate transactional law, including complex contracts and nonprofit law.
  • Someone with a demonstrated commitment to the nonprofit sector through pro bono work, board service, or volunteerism.
  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple client projects simultaneously, with excellent direct client communication skills.
  • PA bar membership (or eligibility to waive in) is mandatory; familiarity with tax-exempt organizations and charitable solicitation laws is a plus.

📝 Tips for Applying to Cheshire Law Group

1

Tailor your resume to highlight nonprofit experience, including specific pro bono hours, board memberships, or volunteer roles.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your legal skills (contracts, corporate governance) to the nonprofit context.

3

Mention any familiarity with PA law or willingness to obtain PA bar if not already licensed.

4

Showcase your ability to work remotely and independently by citing past remote work experience or self-management skills.

5

Research Cheshire Law Group's recognition (PA Bar Association award) and reference it to demonstrate genuine interest.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for serving nonprofits and how your legal background aligns with their mission.', "Specific examples of complex contract drafting or corporate transactional work you've done for nonprofits or similar entities.", 'Your ability to manage multiple clients and projects, emphasizing organization and client communication.', 'Why you want to work at a firm exclusively dedicated to nonprofits, and how you can contribute to their award-winning practice.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Small Law Firm of the Year award criteria and Cheshire's recognition.
  • → Read recent blog posts or articles by Cheshire Law Group on nonprofit legal issues.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the firm's client base: types and sizes of nonprofits they serve.
  • → Understand the specific challenges nonprofits face in legal compliance (e.g., IRS Form 990, state registrations).
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience with nonprofit corporate governance and tax compliance.
2 How do you handle competing deadlines from multiple nonprofit clients?
3 Give an example of a complex contract you drafted or negotiated for a nonprofit.
4 What is your understanding of lobbying laws and charitable solicitation regulations?
5 Why are you interested in working remotely for a firm focused exclusively on nonprofits?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention nonprofits or the firm's unique focus.
  • Overlooking the PA bar requirement; if not licensed, explain your eligibility or plan to waive in.
  • Failing to provide concrete examples of nonprofit experience; vague mentions of 'interest' are insufficient.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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