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    Alliance Defending Freedom

    Legal Services

    Legal Counsel, Christian Ministries

    Lansdowne, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time2+ yrs experience$115k – $190k / yearPosted 3mo ago
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    Job description

    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 Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you.

    Locations: Lansdowne, VA; Scottsdale, AZ; Dallas, TX

    Team Overview

    In this role, 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.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Conduct research and interview clients and witnesses
    • Prepare and respond to written discovery; conduct and defend depositions
    • Develop strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of cases.
    • Represent clients in court, and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government; interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses
    • Confer with colleagues to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings
    • Advise allied attorneys on legal issues within areas of competence

    Minimum Qualifications

    • J.D., active license in at least one US state bar, and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction within one year
    • 2+ years of complex litigation experience

    Preferred Qualification

    • Trial experience

    Pay & Benefits

    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.

    Want to Know More About ADF?

    This salary range is reflective of a position based in Lansdowne, VA. This range is a good-faith estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and office location.

    Virginia Salary Range
    $115,000—$190,000 USD

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Alliance Defending Freedom

    Alliance Defending Freedom is a Christian advocacy group that defends the biblical definition of marriage and family, freedom of speech, and religious freedom. They are involved in legal advocacy and litigation.

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