Legal Counsel, Christian Ministries

<p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our&nbsp;<a href="https://adflegal.org/about-us/careers/statement-of-faith/" target="_blank">Statement of Faith</a> to ensure we’re a fit for you.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><strong>Locations:&nbsp;</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Lansdowne, VA; Scottsdale, AZ&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><strong>Team Overview</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Alliance Defending Freedom is looking for a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join the Center for Christian Ministries team in our Lansdowne, VA or Scottsdale, AZ office. You will be responsible for evaluating and leading litigation matters that advance and defend the constitutionally protected rights of churches, Christian ministries, and religious schools under the First Amendment. In this role, you will report to the Senior Counsel, Director of the Center for Christian Ministries. As Legal Counsel, your primary responsibility will be to support the mission by helping lead strategic litigation efforts with minimal oversight from senior attorneys, ensuring the continued protection of religious liberty.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Conduct research and interview clients and witnesses</span></li> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Prepare and respond to written discovery; conduct and defend depositions</span></li> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of cases.</span></li> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Represent clients in court, and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government; interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses</span></li> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Confer with colleagues to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings</span></li> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Advise allied attorneys on legal issues within areas of competence</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">J.D., active license in at least one US state bar, and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction within one year</span></li> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">2+ years of complex litigation experience</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Trial experience</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><strong>Pay &amp; Benefits</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><strong>Want to Know More About ADF?</strong></span></p> <p><strong><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/van66FA4WEY?si=TNM22CBW4cgBPbFf" width="560" height="315"></iframe></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>