Associate General Counsel

Save the Redwoods League (SRL) seeks an Associate General Counsel who is inspired by the opportunity to use law as a tool for conservation. This role partners with the General Counsel and Legal Department to steward the organization’s legal, governance, and risk frameworks in service of protecting and restoring California’s redwood forests for generations to come. Responsibilities span corporate and board governance, conservation transactions, policy development, and other legal matters that enable SRL’s mission.

Designed for a California-licensed attorney with 7–12 years of experience, this role offers a meaningful pathway toward a future General Counsel position within a mission-driven nonprofit. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, high integrity, and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to advising staff, executive leadership, and the Board of Directors of an accredited California land trust with a complex and evolving business model.

The Associate General Counsel will serve as a trusted thought partner, engaging across functions and disciplines to navigate legal and strategic questions that shape the organization’s work. This role supports all departments and the Board, helping ensure strong governance, thoughtful risk management, and legally sound decision-making that advances conservation outcomes.

If you are a California attorney motivated by purpose-driven work and thrive at the intersection of law, governance, conservation, and mission-driven leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications and Experience

Required

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
7–12 years of relevant legal experience, with demonstrated strength in one or more of the following:
Corporate and Board governance
Nonprofit law, corporate law, complex environmental or conservation transactions
Policy development and organizational compliance
In‑house counsel or law firm work advising nonprofits or for-profit corporations
Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, learn new areas of law quickly, and communicate clearly with senior leaders and Board Members.
High level of organization, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred / Strongly Valued

Prior in‑house nonprofit or mission‑driven organization experience.
Familiarity with California nonprofit public benefit corporations.
Experience supporting boards of directors or board committees.
Experience with land conservation, real estate, public policy or environmental organizations.
Interest in developing toward a General Counsel role over time.

Salary Range: $170-185k/per year

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