Associate Attorney - Education Law

RecruitPod Global; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate Attorney specializing in Education Law. The role involves legal research, drafting documents, assisting in litigations, and advising public school clients while providing mentorship opportunities for growth. Both partial and fully remote work options are available to support diverse client needs.

Benefits

Training and mentorship for early-career attorneys

Flexible remote work options

Qualifications

• Interest in public education and supporting school districts.
• Commitment to professional growth and mentorship.
• Willingness to learn complex areas of law related to public education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents under supervision.
• Assist in litigation and administrative proceedings related to education law.
• Participate in advising public school clients on governance and compliance.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Writing skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

Associate or Senior Associate Attorney – Education Law

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct legal research and apply findings to support a wide range of client matters, including both litigation and general counsel issues.
• Draft legal documents such as memos, correspondence, contracts, policies, motions, and briefs, under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Assist in litigation and administrative proceedings, including discovery, hearing preparation, and client representation as appropriate.
• Participate in advising public school clients on legal obligations involving governance, compliance, student and personnel matters, and special education.
• Attend board of education meetings, IEP meetings, mediations, and administrative hearings, with mentorship and supervision.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy, legal analysis, and project planning.
• Monitor and manage legal deadlines and assist with procedural compliance.
• Maintain organized case files and contribute to high-quality, responsive client service.

Qualifications : We are open to candidates at varying levels of experience, including new graduates and attorneys seeking a transition into education law. The strongest candidates will demonstrate :

• Interest in public education and a desire to support school districts and students through the legal system.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn complex areas of administrative, constitutional, and employment law as applied to public education.
• Commitment to professional growth and openness to mentorship and training.
• Preferred but not required) Prior exposure to education law, special education, labor / employment law, or public sector work.
• Partial and fully remote work options are available, subject to client and business needs.
• Training and mentorship will be provided for early-career attorneys.

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