Position Overview:

Ajax Soccer Club is seeking a knowledgeable and reliable Legal Counsel to provide legal guidance, risk management, and policy support to our leadership team. The Legal Counsel will assist in ensuring that the club’s activities, policies, contracts, and governance comply with applicable laws and best practices, helping to protect the club, its volunteers, and its members.

This role is critical to safeguarding the club’s integrity and supporting its mission to provide a positive, organized soccer experience for the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and support to the Board of Directors, Executive team, and staff on various matters, including contracts, waivers, player/parent issues, and disciplinary actions.

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and agreements (e.g., vendor contracts, sponsorship agreements, facility leases, employment/volunteer agreements).

• Assist with the development and updating of club policies, bylaws, and codes of conduct to ensure legal compliance and organizational best practices.

• Advise on risk management issues, including insurance coverage, player safety policies, and incident response.

• Represent or advise the club in the event of disputes, disciplinary hearings, or legal claims.

• Stay informed about changes to laws and regulations affecting nonprofit organizations and youth sports clubs.

• Support annual reviews of governance documents and compliance checklists.

Additional Information:

• This is a volunteer or honorarium-based position (to be discussed).

• Estimated time commitment varies, with flexibility around peak seasons and special projects.