Education Law Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Education Law Associate in Palm Desert, CA. The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of experience in education law, preferably representing school districts or other educational institutions. This role requires excellent writing, research, drafting, and analytical skills, along with a strong work ethic and the ability to manage matters independently.

Duties

• Advise school districts and educational institutions on education law matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, policies, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist with education-related litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Research and analyze issues involving student discipline and school policies.
• Advise clients on education regulations and compliance requirements.
• Support attorneys with litigation, transactional, and advisory matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

Requirements

• Experience in education law, preferably with school districts or educational institutions.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently and communicate effectively.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Excellent writing and research abilities.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Team-oriented mindset and self-starter attitude.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306