Application Guide

How to Apply for Nonprofit Organizations/Tax-Exempt Attorney (Part-Time)

at Cheshire Law Group

🏢 About Cheshire Law Group

Cheshire Law Group is a unique woman-owned law firm that exclusively serves nonprofit organizations as general counsel, offering affordable legal services tailored to the nonprofit sector's specific needs. Working here means joining a specialized practice dedicated to mission-driven clients rather than a general law firm, with the flexibility of remote work and part-time hours.

About This Role

This part-time remote role involves providing comprehensive legal support to nonprofit clients, including drafting contracts and policies, researching tax and compliance laws, and managing client projects independently. You'll directly impact nonprofits by helping them navigate complex legal landscapes while working autonomously within a supportive team environment.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing grant agreements for a nonprofit client, researching Pennsylvania charitable solicitation laws for another organization, and drafting a memorandum with visual aids to explain compliance requirements to a board. You'll communicate directly with clients via video calls, manage project timelines independently, and collaborate with the firm's team on complex nonprofit legal matters.

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🎯 Who Cheshire Law Group Is Looking For

  • A Pennsylvania-licensed attorney with 5+ years of hands-on nonprofit legal experience, including tax-exempt organization work
  • Someone with demonstrated nonprofit sector involvement through board service, pro bono work, or previous employment with nonprofits
  • An independent professional who can manage client projects with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively remotely
  • A clear communicator who can translate complex legal concepts into understandable formats for nonprofit clients

📝 Tips for Applying to Cheshire Law Group

1

Highlight specific nonprofit legal experience in your resume, quantifying your work with tax-exempt organizations, mergers, or compliance matters

2

Explicitly state your Pennsylvania bar status and any additional state licenses (NJ, NY, MD, VA, DC) in the first paragraph of your cover letter

3

Include concrete examples of managing client projects independently in a remote or part-time setting

4

Demonstrate knowledge of nonprofit-specific legal issues like charitable solicitation laws, lobbying restrictions, or Form 990 requirements

5

Show familiarity with Cheshire Law Group's exclusive nonprofit focus by referencing their mission in your application materials

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with nonprofit legal matters, including tax-exempt organizations and governance issues', 'Examples of independently managing client projects and translating complex legal concepts for non-lawyers', 'Your Pennsylvania bar status and ability to work remotely with minimal supervision', "Why you're drawn to Cheshire Law Group's exclusive nonprofit focus rather than general practice"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Cheshire Law Group's website to understand their specific nonprofit client base and service approach
  • → Research recent legal developments affecting Pennsylvania nonprofits, particularly tax and compliance changes
  • → Look into the firm's woman-owned status and how that might influence their practice and client relationships
  • → Explore common legal challenges for nonprofits in the Mid-Atlantic region where they primarily operate
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience with nonprofit mergers or repositioning matters and how you've handled the legal complexities
2 How do you stay current with changing tax laws and compliance requirements affecting nonprofit organizations?
3 Walk us through how you would manage a client's project timeline and budget expectations remotely
4 What experience do you have creating visual aids or charts to explain legal concepts to nonprofit board members?
5 How have you previously collaborated with outside counsel while representing nonprofit clients?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only corporate or for-profit legal experience without clearly connecting it to nonprofit needs
  • Failing to address the Pennsylvania bar requirement or eligibility upfront in your application
  • Using generic cover letter language that doesn't reference Cheshire Law Group's exclusive nonprofit focus

📅 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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