Legal Counsel, Public Policy

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 / Dallas, TX Team Overview As an alliance builder, the Legal Counsel will support outreach and coordination with allies focused on government, legislative, and policy issues, with a joint focus on both federal and state legislative efforts. The Legal Counsel will build and serve on the legislative team that manages legislative review and education initiatives, as well as grassroots engagement efforts. This position will include a specialty focus on providing legal counsel on legislation and policies regarding parental rights, educational freedom/school choice, and other constitutional issues related to marriage and families. Key Responsibilities Advocate for ADF’s positions on government policies and legislation, with a focus on parental rights, educational freedom/school choice, marriage, and family-related constitutional issues. Draft, review, and analyze legislation and policies aligned with ADF’s mission, incorporating current legal precedents and constitutional law. Conduct in-depth legal research on court rulings impacting federal and state legislative matters. Provide in-person and virtual legislative testimony, and develop supporting materials such as position papers, testimony, and reports. Travel extensively to meet with lawmakers, policy groups, and stakeholders to educate, strategize, and build support for key legislative efforts. Monitor, track, and report on relevant federal and state legislative developments. Build and maintain effective working relationships with legislative staff, policy allies, and advocacy groups to advance shared objectives. Represent ADF publicly, including media appearances and speaking engagements, while collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners. Skills you need to succeed: Excellent organizational, communication (oral and written), analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail, proven project management abilities, and excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Minimum Qualifications J.D., active license in at least one US state bar and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction. Experience in public policy advocacy or legislative work at the federal or state level. Preferred Qualifications 5 years of professional experience involving government relations at the federal or state level. 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? Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Alliance Defending Freedom? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job * First Name * Last Name * Preferred First Name Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Education School Select... Degree Select... Have you read and do you agree with ADF’s Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives? * Select... Statement of Faith Based on our adherence to the inspired, infallible, inerrant, and authoritative Word of God in Scripture, we profess with the Christian Church throughout time and around the world the faith expressed in the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. Doctrinal Distinctives Also, based on this confession, we are committed to honoring God by obeying the two Greatest Commandments, loving God and loving neighbor, and based on that commitment and derived from the inspired, infallible, inerrant, and authoritative Word of God in Scripture, we profess the following as necessary for living the gospel: We believe in the spiritual unity and equality of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that the Lordship of Christ requires us as disciples to seek to conform our actions, thoughts, and desires in obedience to Him. We believe God creates each person with an immutable biological sex — male or female — that reflects the image and likeness of God. We believe God designed marriage as a unique conjugal relationship joining one man and one woman in a single, exclusive, life-long union, and God intends sexual intimacy only to occur within that relationship. We believe God endows all human life with inherent dignity, and it must be respected and protected from conception to natural death. We believe that God has endowed all humans with the natural, and inalienable right of religious freedom to believe, pursue truth, and live within ordered liberty such that no civil government may justly infringe upon it. We believe that God, through His Son, Jesus Christ, calls all of us to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him, knowing that He promises us abundant and eternal life. Do you attend church regularly? * Select... What is the name of your church and your pastor? * Briefly describe your Faith Testimony and any church involvement you have. * How did you learn about this opportunity? * Select... If you were referred by an employee, please enter their name. Attorney applicants must either be admitted to the bar of [jurisdiction] or be able to become a member by passing the bar exam or being admitted on motion (waiving in) within one year of beginning employment. Are you an attorney, and can you comply? * Select... In what state(s) are you admitted to practice? What date(s) were you admitted? What is your Bar number(s)? * Please attach a writing sample. * Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Please attach a copy of your law school transcripts. * Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Please select any events or trainings you have attended with Alliance Defending Freedom or ADF International. * N/A Church and Ministry Alliance Blackstone Fellowship ADF Summit Corporate Executive Summit Networking Event Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work within the United States? * Select... Are you currently an active member of any of the Reserve components of the Armed Forces or National Guard? * Select... What is your current city and state of residence? * If required, are you willing to relocate for the opportunity? * Select... What is your minimum-maximum desired salary range? *

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