Staff Attorney

Life Chiropractic College West

Give. Do. Love. Serve. From One’s Own Abundance. 

Position Details:

• Staff Attorney
• Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 annually
• Full-Time, Exempt
• 40 hours per week

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel to the President and, as directed, to College administrators, including the preparation of legal opinions, position statements, and documentation in support of the College’s mission and operations.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring effective representation and cost-efficient legal services.
• Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks to protect the College from potential litigation and liability.
• Assist with the legal review and administration of charitable bequests, trust documents, grant agreements, and partnership initiatives, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and donor intent.
• Draft, review, and revise institutional policies, procedures, bylaws, and regulatory documents to ensure compliance with municipal, state, and federal laws and accreditation standards.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, including those related to construction, leasing, licensing, procurement, insurance, employment, research, and other institutional matters.
• Provide legal interpretation and guidance to administrators, faculty, staff, and student organizations on matters related to College governance, policy implementation, and operational challenges, as directed by the President.
• Advise the President on legal aspects of academic affairs, including intellectual property, domain ownership and licensing, academic policies, and student disciplinary procedures.
• Develop and deliver legal training, workshops, and educational resources to enhance awareness and compliance across the College community.
• Perform additional legal duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President in alignment with institutional priorities.

Qualifications: 

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent terminal degree in law from an accredited institution.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible legal experience, including work directly related to the duties outlined in this position.
• Demonstrated expertise in legal matters affecting higher education and nonprofit institutions.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to colleges and universities, including those related to governance, employment, contracts, compliance, and risk management.
• Proven ability to provide sound legal advice and strategic counsel to senior leadership on a broad range of legal and policy issues.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills with the ability to prepare clear and well-supported legal opinions and documentation.
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills; ability to communicate complex legal information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in developing legal strategies and solutions aligned with institutional goals.
• Knowledge of legal documentation procedures, contract law, and judicial processes.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects while supervising and coordinating the work of legal staff, paraprofessionals, or outside counsel.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies.
• Familiarity with academic policies, intellectual property issues, and faculty/staff employment procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive, and legally compliant work environment.
• Competency in employee development, performance management, and organizational training related to legal and compliance matters.
• Knowledge of financial and business analysis techniques relevant to legal risk assessment and contract negotiation.

Employee Benefits:

• Free Chiropractic Care for Employees (Discounted Care for Immediate Family Members) 
• Paid Vacation Time, Personal Days, and Sick Time 
• 11 Paid Holidays 
• Merchandise Discount in Bookstore 
• Engaging and Inclusive Environment
• Paid community service such as local events, fundraisers, and volunteering opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits (After 30 days of employment)
• 401(k) Plan & Employer Match (After 30 days of employment)
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability 

About Us:

• At its core, Life West empowers transformation by offering its students a path to help create a brighter future for humanity with the Doctor of Chiropractor (DC) degree.
• In March 1981, through the efforts of Dr. George Anderson, Dr. George Wentland, and Dr. Sid E. Williams, president and founder of Life Chiropractic College, an agreement was reached between Life Chiropractic College and Pacific States Chiropractic College. As a result, the college was renamed Life Chiropractic College West.
• Life West is proud of its history and legacy of producing happy and successful alumni who practice around the world.
• Build a campus culture that embraces diversity and inclusion
• Develop a culture of service within and outside of the college
• Improve institutional effectiveness through constant innovation and assessment
• To learn more about Life Chiropractic College West and our mission, please visit our website: https://lifewest.edu/about

Life Chiropractic College West values diversity in our college and workplace. Our company provides equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants on the basis of experience and the ability to do the available work, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law. LCCW  is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.