Legal Counsel
- Pay
- $115,000 – $190,000 per year
- Location
- Lansdowne, VA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 1+ year
- Listed
- 31 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- JD
- US state bar license
- complex litigation
- discovery and depositions
- appellate and administrative advocacy
Also useful
- trial experience
Stated benefits & perks
- Medical
- Dental
- 401k match
About the role
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: Scottsdale, AZ / Lansdowne, VA / Dallas, TX
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research and interview clients and witnesses
- Prepare and respond to written discovery; conduct and defend depositions
- 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
- Cooperate with Development team, including speaking engagements and other events
- Review in-house contracts and legal issues
- Interact with media regarding cases and issues
- Advise allied attorneys on legal issues within areas of competence
- Network and develop relationships with allied attorneys, and/or potential allied attorneys
- Train junior attorneys; perform quality control via review and editing of junior attorneys' drafts; in-house workshops, and one-on-one mentoring
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
- 1+ 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
From Alliance Defending Freedom's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The Legal Counsel posting at Alliance Defending Freedom states compensation of $115,000 – $190,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Alliance Defending Freedom's official career site.
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