Legal Assistant (Volunteer)
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Legal Assistant (Volunteer) Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP) Location Remote (with occasional NYC-based collaboration as needed) Type Volunteer (Unpaid) About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and youth experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, academic enrichment, creative expression, and community partnerships, MAP creates safe, consistent, and empowering spaces for young people to thrive. Role Overview We are seeking a Volunteer Legal Assistant to support MAP’s legal and compliance functions. This role will involve assisting attorneys and staff with documentation, research, contract preparation, and administrative tasks related to nonprofit governance and partnerships. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and eager to contribute to MAP’s mission through legal support. Key Responsibilities- Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, MOUs, and agreements
- Conduct legal research on nonprofit compliance, governance, and related issues
- Maintain and update legal files, records, and tracking systems
- Support filings and documentation related to nonprofit and tax-exempt requirements
- Provide administrative support to MAP’s attorneys and leadership team
- Ensure confidentiality and adherence to MAP’s policies and standards
- Coursework or background in legal studies, paralegal training, or related experience
- Strong research, writing, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail)
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Interest in nonprofit, education, or social justice law is a plus
- Volunteer role, approximately 5–10 hours per week
- Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
- Fully remote with occasional virtual meetings
- Hands-on legal experience in the nonprofit sector
- Mentorship and collaboration with experienced attorneys
- Opportunities to contribute to a mission-driven organization
- Letters of recommendation and professional references
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