Volunteer Attorney

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Ensure all policies, bylaws, and procedures comply with Missouri and federal nonprofit laws.
• Review and strengthen child protection, mandatory reporting, and trauma‑informed safeguarding policies.
• Draft and review liability waivers, volunteer agreements, and partnership MOUs.

Contracts & Agreements

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with vendors, service providers, and program partners.
• Ensure facility leases, transportation agreements, and event contracts protect the organization’s interests.

Youth & Family Legal Support (as appropriate)

• Provide pro bono legal education workshops for youth and families (e.g., rights in education, juvenile justice awareness).
• Refer or connect families to trusted legal aid resources for issues outside the nonprofit’s scope.

Board & Governance Support

• Advise the Board of Directors on governance best practices and fiduciary duties.
• Assist with board resolutions, conflict of interest policies, and compliance filings.

Fundraising & Intellectual Property

• Review grant agreements and donor gift terms to ensure compliance.
• Protect the nonprofit’s intellectual property (logos, branded materials, program content).

Advocacy & Policy Guidance

• Monitor and interpret laws affecting youth services, nonprofit operations, and charitable giving.
• Support advocacy efforts that align with the organization’s mission and legal boundaries.

Risk & Liability Protection

• Counsel on insurance coverage, including volunteer liability and event coverage.
• Help develop incident response protocols for legal and safety issues.