Legal Advisor - Central Office - Volunteer Staff

Location

Volunteer Opportunities

Type

Voluntary

Position Summary

Vox Church is seeking a volunteer Legal Advisor to provide legal guidance to the organization’s leadership. This role will support Vox Church in reviewing and drafting routine agreements, identifying potential legal considerations, and helping determine when matters should be referred to outside counsel. The Legal Advisor will serve as a trusted resource and may also act as a liaison with outside counsel when specialized legal support is required.

This position is well-suited for an attorney who is interested in contributing legal expertise in support of Vox Church’s mission and operations. This is a remote position with opportunities, but no requirements, for in-person meetings and collaboration.

Time Commitment

Approximately 10 to 15 hours per week, depending on organizational needs. The schedule is flexible, and some weeks may require minimal involvement while other weeks may need more.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide legal guidance to leadership on operational matters as they arise
Review and assist in drafting routine agreements such as simple leases, vendor agreements, service contracts, and other standard documents
Review contracts from vendors, venues, contractors, and partners to identify potential legal risks or issues
Assist leadership in determining when matters should be referred to outside legal counsel
Serve as a liaison between Vox Church and outside counsel when appropriate
Provide occasional guidance related to insurance matters, HR questions, or other organizational issues
Assist in maintaining organized documentation of contracts and agreements when needed

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Understand and embody the Core Values and Distinctives of Vox Church
Be a member of Vox Church in good standing
Juris Doctor (JD) degree
Active license to practice law in the State of Connecticut
Experience reviewing and drafting contracts and agreements
Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and provide practical guidance
Professional judgment and discretion in handling sensitive matters
Must sign non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements

Vox Church

Vox Church is one church in 13 locations across the North East. Planted in 2011, our mission is to see New England go from the least churched region in the United States to the most spiritually vibrant place on earth.